Bob Dole on Medicare - 10 Things Seniors Need to Know

Bob Dole on Medicare - 10 Things Seniors Need to Know
http://www.bobdoleonmedicare.comFor the first time, Medicare is offering full insurance coverage for prescription drugs. Known as Medicare Part D, it's open to everyone regardless of income. If you qualify for Medicare, you can join.

If you're thinking about signing up for a Medicare prescription drug plan, you should know that all plans are different. It's important to pick a plan that's best for you.

10. Medicare has enhanced features to help beneficiaries with 2007 enrollment2006/10/02
With newly enhanced features on Medicare's Personal Plan Finder, seniors will now be able to compare plans by price, benefits and out-of-pocket costs to help them choose the plan that is best for them.
9. Drug coverage isn't the only new benefit2006/09/25
Medicare has recognized the importance of preventive care and added new services to help patients improve their quality of life and stay healthier longer.
8. Medicare is always there to answer your questions2006/09/18
If you ever have any questions about Medicare Part D drug coverage, Medicare is available to answer them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-800-Medicare or www.medicare.gov.
7. The Time to Choose A Part D Plan is Approaching2006/09/11
It is important to remember that Medicare beneficiaries have the opportunity to enroll in Part D plans every year â€“ this is referred to as the
6. People with low incomes may be eligible for extra help from Medicare2006/09/04
Medicare recognizes that some seniors with limited incomes may have trouble paying their monthly premiums and co-pays.
5. Every plan must meet the Medicare standard2006/08/28
Although the task of sorting through the various Medicare prescription drug plans may seem daunting, seniors can take comfort in knowing that every approved plan was scrutinized and analyzed to ensure quality and suitability.
4. Things to consider when choosing a plan2006/08/21
The most important factors to remember when choosing a Medicare prescription drug plan: cost, coverage, convenience and peace of mind.
3. You will have a choice of plans2006/08/14
When deciding whether or not to enroll in a Medicare prescription drug plan this November, it is important to remember that you will have a choice of plans.
2. You decide if this program is right for you2006/08/08
Anyone who is currently eligible for Medicare is also eligible for Medicare prescription drug coverage, regardless of income, pre-existing condition or high drug bills.
1. You can enroll starting November 15, 20062006/08/01
For the first time ever, Medicare is now offering prescription drug coverage to its beneficiaries. Seniors who want to enroll in a prescription drug plan may begin doing so on November 15, 2006, with coverage starting on January 1, 2007.For the first time ever, Medicare is now offering prescription drug coverage to its beneficiaries. Seniors who want to enroll in a prescription drug plan may begin doing so on November 15, 2006, with coverage starting on January 1, 2007.