Congressional spending plan: What’s in it for healthcare, and what isn’t
Chief Healthcare Executive December 21, 2024
State Health Insurance Assistance Program Provides Valuable Guidance to Medicare Beneficiaries, but Many Don’t Know It Exists
Commonwealth Fund November 21, 2024
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States provide assistance for Americans choosing between Medicare plans, but only one of every 20 beneficiaries knows that support is available
A national communications plan could supplement word of mouth about SHIPs and help combat misinformation about Medicare coverage options
Choosing the right Medicare option becomes more challenging every year. There are growing numbers of coverage options for beneficiaries to review, as well as a deluge of advertisements, including some deceptive ads. During Medicare open enrollment (October 15 through December 7 this year), beneficiaries also must be alert to the possibility that their insurance broker or agent is making a recommendation driven by their own financial interests and in response to commission incentives. The federal government recommends beneficiaries seek...
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