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Medigap
For other information, follow one of the links below or scroll down the page.GAPS IN COVERAGE WHO NEEDS MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE THE STANDARD MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT POLICIES CONSUMER PROTECTIONS UNDER FEDERAL LAW ADDITIONAL CONSUMER … [Read more...] about Medigap
Amicus Curiae Activities
The Center for Medicare Advocacy files amicus curiae (“friend of the court”) briefs in cases that may have a significant impact on access to health care for older adults and people with disabilities. Read examples of these briefs … [Read more...] about Amicus Curiae Activities
Cases
Beitzel v. BecerraU.S. District Court, Eastern District of CaliforniaThe Center for Medicare Advocacy and Community Legal Services at the McGeorge School of Law filed this class action on behalf of Medicare beneficiaries who have lost … [Read more...] about Cases
Medicare Reform
Medicare Platform: Principles to Improve Medicare for All Beneficiaries Now and In the Future2. Reduce Ongoing Barriers to Care 3. Improve Traditional Medicare Improve and simplify Medicare. Don’t privatize … [Read more...] about Medicare Reform
Discharge Planning
Rights and Procedures for Medicare Beneficiaries in Various Care SettingsWhat does "Discharge Planning" plan for? What is the hospital supposed to do to prepare me for discharge? How do I get notified? How can I argue being … [Read more...] about Discharge Planning
Hospital
How many days of coverage am I entitled to under the Medicare hospital benefit? Is there a deductible for a hospital stay? If so, how much is it? My mother is being told she will be discharged from the hospital in two days; what are my … [Read more...] about Hospital
Glossary of Terms
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Donate to the Center
The Center for Medicare Advocacy is Celebrating 30 years of advancing fair access to Medicare and quality health care.Please help us meet our goal of $80,000 for the Medicare Advocacy Fund by June 30 to ensure a strong start to our next … [Read more...] about Donate to the Center
Take Action
Since 1986, the Center for Medicare Advocacy has been a passionate educator and advocate, working to ensure access to Medicare and quality health care. In difficult times, we need your help to be the voice for those people who have nobody to speak … [Read more...] about Take Action