Common Estate Planning Misunderstandings – Rickard & Associates

Many of our clients have preconceived notions about estate planning. We often hear many of the same questions and assumptions, over and over.

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We often hear the same misconceptions regarding estate planning.

Here are a few of the common misconceptions surrounding estate planning:

  1. Misconception: A Will helps to avoid probate court. This is false. A will almost certainly guarantees that your estate will wind up in probate court. You then
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Patient Loyalty: What Matters Most

If your patients are not happy with their experience, they may be in the market for a new physician. However, many physicians are interested in keeping their patients as their patients.

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Healthcare has historically been behind other industries in providing a patient-focused experience, leaving patients dissatisfied and often in search of a new place to receive care.

If you have patients that don’t return after their visit, cancel appointments, no-shows,

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Lemonade vs. Healthy Paws Pet Insurance: 2023 Comparison

Lemonade and Healthy Paws offer pet insurance coverage that can help cover veterinary costs if your dog or cat is unexpectedly hurt or gets sick. Learn about coverage options, costs and what customers have to say in this Lemonade vs. Healthy Paws pet insurance review.

We at the Guides Home Team have spent hundreds of hours researching the best pet insurance providers nationwide, including Lemonade and Healthy Paws. We compiled this review to help you compare both providers side-by-side based on the factors most important to pet parents.

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Lemonade and Healthy Paws are reputable pet

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Movano’s new smart ring is focused on women’s health • TechCrunch

Movano’s getting a week’s jump on what might well prove a CES banner for the smart ring. Today the Bay Area-based firm debuted Evie, a smart ring focused on women’s health set to hit the market later next year. The device capitalizes on the recent popularity of the unobtrusive form factor, led by the likes of Oura and Circular.

It is, however, among the first to be focused on a specific market segment (insofar as roughly 51% of the population can be considered a segment, I suppose). Women’s health certainly makes sense as a target. Companies like Fitbit and Apple

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Wider access to health insurance via Medicaid expansion improved cardiac care, finds study

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An expansion of the Affordable Care Act that extends Medicaid eligibility to more people improved patient outcomes, prevention measures and screening access, according to a review of research published today in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.

A provision of the Affordable Care Act of 2010 extended Medicaid eligibility to all adults with incomes of up to 138% of the federal poverty level in states that elect to participate, with the federal government covering 90% of the costs. Medicaid provides health insurance coverage for people with low income, and the expansion ensures that as of June

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Travel Insurance for a France Vacation (2023)

It is not mandatory to have travel insurance coverage to visit France — unless you are traveling from a country that requires a Schengen visa. US citizens can enter France with a valid passport for up to 90 days, after which they must submit a visa application.

Although travel insurance is not required for American tourists, you may still choose to buy coverage. Travel insurance can reimburse you for prepaid, non-refundable costs (subject to conditions) in the event of unexpected trip cancellations or delays. Most policies also protect your belongings, including your luggage, against theft, loss and damage.

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Parliament Ratifies USD 308 Million Japanese Loan for Universal Health Insurance


Parliament Ratifies USD 308 Million Japanese Loan for Universal Health Insurance

The Egyptian House of Representatives ratified a JPY 44 billion (USD 308 million, EGP 9.5 billion) loan agreement with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on 21 June to help fund Egypt’s universal health insurance program.

The loan will complete its disbursement by July 2024 and be repaid over 15 years at 0.01 percent interest.

The agreement was signed on 27 March by Minister of Finance Mohamed Maait.

“Egypt has been working to introduce the Universal Health Insurance System since 2018; however, it faces certain challenges such

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The best times to get pet insurance for dogs

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One of the best times to get pet insurance for your dog is when they’re still a puppy.

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If you’re a pet owner, you already know how much thought goes into owning yours paint or dogs. You’re often thinking about what’s best for them, whether that be the type of food they eat, the veterinarian who takes care of them or the groomer who gives them their haircuts. This thought process also extends to the pet insurance world.

While pet insurance can be a cost-effective and valuable protection to secure, it pays to get the timing right.

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