medicare glossary

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silver sneakers

Silver Sneakers refers to the growing population of Baby Boomers and, in some cases, seniors over the age of 65. A growing number of health insurers offer “Silver Sneakers” Medicare Advantage plans, but “Silver Sneakers” also generally applies to a growing number of senior-focused programs ranging from fitness courses to workshops and  senior discounts.


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