As the New York Times reported on March 31, 2002 (p.1), Medicare advocates have been successful in convincing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to loosen Medicare's denial practices for people with Alzheimer's disease and other … [Read more...] about Medicare for People with Alzheimer's Disease and other Chronic Conditions
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Stuart Sherman, Health Policy Intern
I came to the Center for Medicare Advocacy already knowing that I wanted to pursue a career in health policy. I had previous experience in other non-profit health law and policy settings in Boston and thought I knew about how the health care … [Read more...] about Stuart Sherman, Health Policy Intern
Paul V. Turaew, Health Policy Intern
My interest in health care law propelled me to intern with the Center for Medicare Advocacy. My summer working for the Center was a time of great excitement and challenge. As a legal intern, I spent my time researching and analyzing the various new … [Read more...] about Paul V. Turaew, Health Policy Intern
Candace Hill, Health Policy Intern
Interning with the Center for Medicare Advocacy in its Washington, DC office has been an enriching and informative learning experience. The Center provides education, advocacy, and legal assistance for elderly and disabled individuals seeking to … [Read more...] about Candace Hill, Health Policy Intern
Diana Ibrahim, Health Policy Intern
My understanding of the health care system drastically changed while participating in the daily work of the Center for Medicare Advocacy. I began interning at the Center with minimal background knowledge of Medicare, the Centers for Medicare and … [Read more...] about Diana Ibrahim, Health Policy Intern
Katerina Horska, Health Policy Intern
As I was entering my third year of law school, I wanted to gain more experience with the practice of health law in Washington, D.C. My internship with the Center for Medicare Advocacy added a new dimension to my understanding of health law. The … [Read more...] about Katerina Horska, Health Policy Intern
Christine Fung, Health Policy Intern
I interned for the Center for Medicare Advocacy in its Washington D.C. office the summer after my second year of law school. I believe it was the perfect place and time to further explore my interest in health law, especially due to the recent … [Read more...] about Christine Fung, Health Policy Intern
Gilly Knox, Health Policy Intern
My summer at the Center for Medicare Advocacy gave me great insight into the policy side of healthcare law. Last summer, I worked directly with low-income clients to secure public benefits, including health coverage through Medicare and Medicaid. … [Read more...] about Gilly Knox, Health Policy Intern
CMA Alert: Medicare Home Health Regs: Improvement NOT Required; Also Extender Act and More
CMA ALERT, DECEMBER 12, 2010 New Medicare Home Health Regulations: Improvement is NOT Required to Maintain Coverage! Congress Passes the Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act of 2010 CMS Issues Corrected "Choosers" … [Read more...] about CMA Alert: Medicare Home Health Regs: Improvement NOT Required; Also Extender Act and More
Medicare Annual Enrollment Period Started November 15, 2010: 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 Started November 15, 2010: Time to Review Coverage Options