Connecticut as of 11/15/2011: http://www.ct.gov/cid/lib/cid/Medicare_Supplement_Insurance_Rates.pdf Find policies in your area at: http://www.medicare.gov/find-a-plan/questions/medigap-home.aspx … [Read more...] about Medigap Rates
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2012 Medicare Premiums, Deductibles and Co-Pays
On October 27, 2011 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service (CMS) released notices detailing the Medicare Part A and Part B premiums and Deductibles for calendar year 2012.Hospital Deductible:$1,156 per spell of illnessHospital … [Read more...] about 2012 Medicare Premiums, Deductibles and Co-Pays
October 17, 2011 – The Supercommittee and Medicare: What Advocates Need to Know
Monday, October 17, 2011– 2:00 P.M., Eastern Time Call-in Number: 1(888)206-2266 Pass Code: 1050263# NOTE: We ask people calling from the same location to gather around one telephone. This frees up lines and holds … [Read more...] about October 17, 2011 – The Supercommittee and Medicare: What Advocates Need to Know
Next Steps for Some Beneficiaries In Medicare Special Needs Plans
An estimated 50,000[1] Medicare beneficiaries who are currently enrolled in Medicare Advantage "Special Needs Plans" (SNPs) but who do not meet the definition of a special needs individual for purposes of their plan will be disenrolled from … [Read more...] about Next Steps for Some Beneficiaries In Medicare Special Needs Plans
Medicare Annual enrollment Period: Time to Review Coverage Options
The Annual Coordinated Election Period for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D drug coverage started November 15, 2010 and goes through December 31, 2010. During this period, Medicare beneficiaries who do not have a Part D plan can enroll in one, … [Read more...] about Medicare Annual enrollment Period: Time to Review Coverage Options
When a Medicare Advantage Plan Does Not Renew Its Contract
In 2010, as in previous years, some Medicare Advantage (MA) plans and some prescription drug plans (PDPs) have decided not to renew their contracts with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the coming year.[1] This Alert will … [Read more...] about When a Medicare Advantage Plan Does Not Renew Its Contract
Interim Final Rules to Implement the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 Go Into Effect on April 5, 2010
On February 2, 2010, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in conjunction with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Employee Benefits Security Administration of the Department of Labor (DOL), (collectively referred to as the … [Read more...] about Interim Final Rules to Implement the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 Go Into Effect on April 5, 2010
“Observation Status” Harms SNF Patients As Well As Hospital Patients
Advocates at the Center for Medicare Advocacy are working on a case involving an individual who was in a hospital bed for four days but was never "formally admitted". Instead, the hospital accorded her "observation status". … [Read more...] about “Observation Status” Harms SNF Patients As Well As Hospital Patients
Medicare Coverage of Mental Health Services
In recognition of Older Americans' Mental Health Week (May 24-30, 2009), this Weekly Alert reviews the mental health services that are available under the Medicare Program. [1] Advocates seek improved access to mental health services, an … [Read more...] about Medicare Coverage of Mental Health Services
When is Hospital Stay NOT a Hospital Stay? When the Patient Is In “Observation Status”
The Medicare statute and regulations authorize payment for skilled nursing facility (SNF) care for a beneficiary who, among other requirements, was a hospital inpatient for at least three days before the admission to the SNF. The Center for … [Read more...] about When is Hospital Stay NOT a Hospital Stay? When the Patient Is In “Observation Status”