Stigma (botany) The stigma (plural: stigmata) is the receptive tip of a carpel, or of several fused carpels, in the gynoecium of a flower. Contents. Description. The stigma, together with the style and ovary comprises the pistil, which in turn is part of the gynoecium or female reproductive organ of a plant.
Even if your income exceeds Medicaid income levels in your state, you may be eligible under Medicaid spend down rules. Under the spend down process, some states allow you to become eligible for Medicaid as medically needy, even if you have too much income to qualify. This process allows you to spend down, or subtract, your medical expenses from your income to become eligible for Medicaid. To be eligible as medically needy, your measurable resources also have to be under the resource amount allowed in your state. Call your state Medicaid program to see if you qualify and learn how to apply. Dual eligibility
The best time to buy a Medigap policy is during your 6-month Medigap open enrollment period. During that time you can buy any Medigap policy sold in your state, even if you have health problems. This period automatically starts the month you're 65 and enrolled in Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance). After this enrollment period, you may not be able to buy a Medigap policy. If you're able to buy one, it may cost more.