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Don't know, I changed to a Medicare Advantage Plan 2 weeks ago? Maybe it's already gone into effect? It shouldn't have, but who knows? Guess I'll call the agent who sold me the Plan.
Got my 4th script of Vascepa before the end of year. I paid $244 for it, no explanation from CVS. They said Insurance perhaps? I paid my deductible ($500) for my first script of 2022, then I paid $9, $56 and now $244 it doesn't make sense? BCBS offices are closed for the holiday, are you kidding?
Let's look forward to a better New Year. Amarin should do well in January, I'll be looking forward to the HealthNet settlement news and the Healtcare conference in San Francisco.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/amarin-present-41st-annual-j-120000099.html
Brave Study response; Remember I sent them a email concerning Fish Oil Vs Vascepa? I got a reply from the University of Wisconsin. Names were changed to protect the grumpy.
Feel free to contact the contact Kelsey sent me. I'll be away from the board for 2 weeks over the Holidays (aka Holy Days), "thank God the people said." :D) enjoy the Holidays everyone. Grumpy
Hi Michelangelo,
Thank you for contacting the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. This information has been forwarded to the BRAVE study team at our center.
In addition, to contact the Brave study in the future please contact Hannah Zylstra at hzylstra@wisc.edu or the BRAVE phone number: 608-256-1901 ext 17152.
Have a wonderful day,
Kelsey
Kelsey Shuda | she/her/hers | Outreach Specialist
Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
3330 University Ave | Suite 200 | Madison, WI 53705 | Mail Code: 9210
Phone: (608) 265-0548 | Email: klshuda@medicine.wisc.edu
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I think if we did one of our famous “Polls” there would be a resounding “no confidence.” Outcome concerning the IRS. “They should be an agency for the people.”
Sure, there’s going to always be people who take advantage, cheat on their taxes ect. But goodness gracious, this has been so one-sided it’s comical.
I think folks need to get out more often and see the world. Yes, we’re fortunate to live here. We have so much.
Once people dig deeper then they would realize these are fleeting times.
First, they’d have to admit to making a mistake? I’ve never seen that ever. They lost my return last year along with my extension, so now they’re charging me a penalty for late filing and interest on back taxes. Plus they’re taking whatever amount they think they should get per month instead of something people can afford to pay? And I can’t even get in contact with them to discuss my issues?
Really? That’s an efficient and user friendly agency?
Let’s wait and see shall we? I’ve never received an interest payment on top of any income tax return…ever!
Capt; Hate to rain on your parade, but I'm afraid you won't see any interest accrual. Unfortunate.
Great job Duke, What happened with the Four (4) kids? The curious want to know?
Part of the 87,000 added headcount I'll bet. Don't forget we're a friendlier, helpful IRS.
Understand, you got help, that's fantastic!! Last year was another story.
My lessons learned is pay the taxes dummy.
Duke; agree, it's criminal is right. Sadly, the IRS doesn't give a rats. But wait, they're only doing what Congress has allowed them to do right?
Think about this one, taxpayers pay taxes upfront usually payroll, Social Security, IRA withdrawals ect. If you owe and file for an extension on your tax return (April 15 to October 15), guess what? You pay an interest charge on the money owed. Does the IRS pay you the same interest rate on the money they've withheld from your paychecks for the entire year? ....... CRICKETS
Higher lows and Higher highs, except the Colorado kind…. :D)
Almost forgot; The IRS taxes you for taking all the risks, as they still get their "cream off the top." Their cut.....regardless of the risks you take. I realize ROTH accounts help, but it has it's limitations, the IRS doesn't want to miss out on their cut, that's why they limit you on the amount you can set aside.
Did I mention Required Minimum Distributions (RMD's)? The IRS wants it's piece of flesh. You can't die and leave your children an inheritance. Of course your estate is taxed as well?
Hmmm? So, when I volunteer and give my services to my community and use my God given knowledge and training for the good of my community, I should send them a bill?
Problems I have with the IRS? They were established in 1862 to pay for war expenses. They've now morphed into an "All Powerful" Agency who can take your house and property without remorse. They can garnish your wages regardless of your predicament. They crush small businesses who have a hard time making payrolls. They still want that payroll tax and whatever kind of taxes they can bilk an employer out of. They still tax the crap out of you when you live abroad. You have to essentially secede from being a US Citizen in order to escape their clutches. "They tax you for dying." They're like a pariah that never goes away. You know the old saying; "Nothing is ever constant except "Death and Taxes." If you think your free, think again. All we can ever hope for is to leave this earth debt free and not be a burden to those we leave behind. The IRS is always there waiting and watching.
If you want to get in contact with the IRS forget about it, they don't respond to phone calls or emails. You can't really setup any kinds of appointments, believe me I've tried. The common man has no chance in resolving issues with them. Their word is law. They don't want to hear about your problems. All they want is their piece of flesh.
Do you now understand my gripe with the IRS?
I mentioned Banks as well who are #3 on my list. These scumbags make Danny DeVito (Matilda), look like a cub scout. They entice people into getting Cash back credit cards. They love putting people in debt and keeping it that way. Credit scores, mortgage insurance, really? Credit card interest rates 20% plus? What's not to like about money lenders? They make Ebenezer Scrooge look like a philanthropist. They're almost like drug dealers, except they push money.
Agreed; IMHO we are seeing accumulation occurring, just pull up the Historical on AMRN. At least Yahoo is good for something; Their definitely not good for much else. They're the new Twitter for anti-Freedom of Speech.
https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/AMRN/history?p=AMRN
I thought kiwi would leave once the Baker Brothers sold?
Speaking of insurance companies, they are in my “Top 3 of my most hated organizations.”
In order:
#1 - the IRS
#2 - Insurance companies
#3 - Banks (money lenders, credit cards, mortgage holders ect.)
Did you know? My insurance company raised my rates by 25% this month for a combination of things. My mortgage lender automatically increased my house replacement cost from $278k to $351k, this increased my insurance premium by ($23 per month). The second thing, I just turned 71 years, my insurance company increased my premium ($63 per month) because I’m now an unsafe driver according to their actuarial tables. Then of course they tout the “inflation” factor which allows them to adjust their rates anyway they want. A win-win for them. I do understand the increases, but to the tune of 25%? I’ve also learned the “birthday” thing is not consistent, most insurers charge the “teenage driver” rates when folks turn 75. I’m shopping around for a better deal. My Social Security didn’t increase by 25%, come on Joe, throw us a bone.
1.28 AH.... Nasdaq was up a whole 1.08 points today. Keep em rockin Super Joe
Are you English? Brits use the "Bloody" term a lot, given the inference it has a wide spread connotation. Cheese factory? You mean have a little Whine with your cheese? Understand your point.....
World Cup soccer paraphernalia? Tax from offshore oil wells in Guyana? Reruns of Pepe' Le Pew cartoons? Jean-Claude Van Damme (actually Belgium) promised to give a portion of each new movie he makes to benefitting the French medical System. Did you know that the Wokesters want to ban Pepe' Le Pew cartoons?
Yes, I hate to admit since I’m of German descent. The French are smarter in several ways. They’re research and technology serves them well. They designed the Concord SST, they designed the first Maglev Bullet train. they produce 70+% of their electricity from Nuclear, they make very good wine, better than Kalifornia even.
Obviously their medical committees are superior to the rest of Europe.
Hmmm, I stopped getting my Vascepa from my local Walgreens because they stopped stocking it. Last script I paid was $56 for 90 days. I apparently can't use the $9 coupon with Medicare.
thanks duke,
Forgot.... Dear Santa... :D)
duke; please define your acronyms, what is DS? Google says, dear son? daylight savings? darling sister? disease state (good one rose)? dimethyl sulfoxide? I have an idea the other acronyms you used in your post, just not DS.
Thanks,
Nuke
shadolane; I definitely will keep the board informed of any response received. I also just now sent the same email to Dr. Carlsson, I should have Cc'd her before.
thanks Raf for posting scripts. decent scripts, at least the downward trajectory has stopped.
Man, what to do with Lovaza? This is nuts....!!!
ramfan; The Cardinals are a "cursed team", oh the days of Kurt Warner and Larry Fitzgerald. Those days are gone.
Problems as I see it are; Murray is too short to see over the heads of the defensive linemen. He's fast but not fast enough. Fran Tarkenton was also short, similar in some ways. I'd like to see a better Offensive Line, a line that will protect the Quarterback. Like Brady's Offensive Line.
I'm not a stats guy, but quarterback ratings are a good indicator of overall team efficiency. If a quarterback has time and protection then a team usually does good offensively. That's my two cents. Defenses are important too, but a good Offense creates a good defensive momo.
Yes, the University of Wisconsin. Here's what I wrote to them.
Hello,
I'm writing to you because I saw your article on the BRAVE Clinical Study on Alzheimer's.
The study refers to the use of "Fish Oil" which is not a correct statement.
The study is utilizing a Purified EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) which is derived from not only Fish oil but other Omega 3 oils (like algae, plants ect.).
Actually the use of the term "Fish Oil' gives your article a negative connotation. As most Fish Oils sold today are a mixture of Omega 3 fatty Acids. Whereas the form used in your study is a Purified (96%) form of EPA. Fish Oils sold over the counter are just not the same as Vascepa. Please update your article so the world will be aware of this important aspect of your study.
Downtown; I found a contact page. I'm going to send them an email about they're reference to "Fish Oil." At least then they'll get it right or correct it and resubmit the article.
https://www.adrc.wisc.edu/contact-us
adrc@medicine.wisc.edu
Monk; Thank you for your service.
I never enlisted, I was sent my draft card in High School (18 years old), 1969, it was Vietnam, I was scared. I remember the flag draped coffins they would show on TV. The Student riots, probably did more to scare me than anything. My draft number was 286. So, I got lucky, I guess? Shoulda, woulda, coulda.... To this day I regret not enlisting, but Kismet (fate) saw things differently. There were a lot of young men who didn't come back from that war and for what? A country that didn't want US there, the French had left, then we took up the cause of democracy. The rest is history. A turbulent sobering time for our nation. Yet we continue to push our democracy on countries that don't necessarily want it.
Downtown; agree with your thoughts, however this particular article doesn't quite do it for me. They make reference to "Fish oil" and not Purified EPA Vascepa as they should.
https://www.adrc.wisc.edu/brave-study
That's great to hear Monk, you sound like a good grandpa. :D)
You should talk, you never served a single day in the armed forces. I will take your money however, it's about $1600 for a round trip ticket. send it to eatshit@yahoo.com.
My dad would be tossing in his grave if he would see the shenanigans going on in Washington DC
Monk; Yes, I've watched his videos, pretty amazing stuff he makes. His wife is gorgeous, his kids are too. He sure slugs down that home made wine doesn't he? Did you see his car? It's got YouTube decals plastered on the sides. He's a real opportunist.
Another one to watch is WildernessCooking: The guy made Lamb testicles kabob. Yum!
You must have missed World History class. I'm going to stop this conversation before either of us gets into trouble with the board monitors. Have a nice quiet evening Kiwi.
My ex-wife is Russian (only one), so her family is Russian, living in the Ukraine for almost 60 years. They have a different perspective on who's doing what to whom? They're tough people mentally, have gone through a lot of hardships.
Yeah, like wanting to place missiles in the Ukraine. That's akin to putting North Korean Missiles in Texas. I won't go into the Foreign Relations fiascos the US has been involved in. My dad was a WWII veteran, my brother a Vietnam vet, my Oldest brother was a retired colonel in the Air Force.
But again this is the Amarin message board. My opinion is like well you....everyone has one.
And if I'm not pro USA? The Super Power that meddles in all world affairs?
Burmurk? I don't get it Libtard?