1021 N. 27th Street, Lincoln, NE 68503
Medical Clinic
Dental Clinic
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bryan Health West Medical Plaza 2222 S 16th Street, Ste. 435, Lincoln, NE 68502
Monday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed daily from 1:00-2:00 for lunch.
3100 N 14th St Lincoln, NE 68521
Monday — Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
2301 O St, Lincoln, NE 68510
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1248 O St., Suite 400, Lincoln, NE 68508
Our clinic on wheels visits neighborhoods throughout Lincoln, expanding our ability to provide healthcare when and where you need it.
We accept Medicare coverage and understand that there are several Medicare health insurance options.
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Medicare is a much needed, valuable healthcare resource. However, there are a lot of ins and outs to understand its intricacies, which help Medicare patients tremendously while navigating smoothly within the system.
Services under Medicare alleviate healthcare spending burdens for retired people 65 and older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease; however, it is not always completely free. Each Medicare plan is complex and choosing the right plan for you is critical to maximize healthcare savings. There is not one single plan that works best. And that is just the tip of the iceberg. We want you to know about Medicare so you can focus on your health and save yourself a lot of grief in the long run. Make sure you read about why you should care about MediCARE.
Do not be late enrolling once you become eligible for Medicare. It will cost you. Some Medicare premiums increase by 10% each year after you become eligible, so over time you will pay considerably more. And enrollment is ONLY automatic if you are already receiving Social Security benefits once you become eligible by age, so do not delay, get the ball rolling early on Medicare enrollment, even if you do not think you need it yet. You become eligible for medicare at 65 years of age and can sign up within three months leading up to or following your birthday. Enroll for Medicare at medicare.gov; it should only take about 10 minutes or less to enroll on the website. For assistance, call 800-772-1213, visit a Social Security office near you, or contact the Support Service Team at Bluestem Health of Lincoln, Nebraska at 402-476-1455.
Medicare has three parts: A, B, C and D (D is an add on plan). They are all very different plans because each individual has such specifically unique healthcare needs. When deciding on a plan, it would be best to discuss your healthcare needs and potential future needs with your healthcare provider.
Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) covers inpatient hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care, and some home health care.
Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers certain doctors’ services, outpatient care, medical supplies, and preventive services.
Medicare Advantage Plan (also known as Part C) is a package plan and alternative to Original Medicare. This is a plan which includes Part A, Part B, and often Part D. It may also offer the same rules as Medicare Prescription Drug Plans, but is offered by private insurance companies, who are required to provide at least as much coverage as Parts A and B, and usually significantly more.
Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage) adds prescription drug coverage to:
Even with a great plan, there are there are still some common and even costly conditions or expenses that Medicare doesn’t cover. Make sure to know your plan and ask before you receive services.
What are the Medicare costs and benefits?
Medicare Part A About 99 percent of Medicare beneficiaries do not have a Part A premium since they have at least 40 quarters of Medicare-covered employment. The Medicare Part A inpatient hospital deductible that beneficiaries will pay when admitted to the hospital will be $1,364 in 2019, an increase of $24 from $1,340 in 2018.
Medicare Part B An estimated 2 million Medicare beneficiaries (about 3.5%) will pay less than the full Part B standard monthly premium amount in 2019 because statutes limit certain beneficiaries’ increase in their Part B premium to be no greater than the increase in their Social Security benefits. The typical Medicare Part B monthly premium for enrollees will be $135.50 for 2019, an increase of $1.50 from $134 in 2018. The annual deductible for all Medicare Part B beneficiaries is $185 in 2019, an increase of $2 from the annual deductible $183 in 2018.
*Medicare Part B covers many screenings so you can always be on top of your health:
For more information on the 2019 Medicare Parts A and B premiums and deductibles, please visit federalregister.gov/public-inspection.
For any additional questions about Medicare, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). Or call Bluestem Health of Lincoln, Nebraska. We accept Medicare coverage and understand that there are several Medicare health insurance options. Our Patient Support Specialists at Bluestem Health 402-476-1455 can help you find answers to any Medicare questions that you may have. Our commitment is to provide you with easily accessible, high-quality, integrated health services when and where you need them. We want you to know that we value our Medicare patients and we have five locations for you to choose from and all of them accept Medicare insurance:
Medical / Dental: Main Clinic, 1021 N. 27th St.
Medical: Thompson Clinic, 2222 S. 16th St.
Medical: Kreshel Clinic, 3100 N. 14th St.
Medical / Behavioral Health: Health 360, 2301 O St.
Patient Support Services / Diabetes Education: Administration Office, 2246 O St.
Shane Ludwig, Bluestem Health’s COO since 2014, has been developing a skilled and dedicated team as his role and Bluestem Health has grown.
We make it easy for patients to pay with our Online Bill Pay. Not only is it fast and convenient, but your payment is securely processed directly into your account every night.
At Bluestem Health, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare, regardless of their financial circumstances. That’s why we offer a range of financial assistance options, including sliding scale fees, Medicaid, Medicare, and the 340B Pharmacy Program, to help our patients afford the care they need to stay healthy.
