Under longstanding immigration policy, to be considered a “public charge” one must be likely to become primarily dependent on the government to meet basic needs. As it now stands, receiving government-issued financial assistance benefits … [Read more...] about Center Submits Comments Opposing Proposed “Public Charge” Rule
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Elder Justice “No Harm” Newsletter – Issue 10
Elder Justice: What "No Harm" Really Means for Residents is a newsletter published by the Center for Medicare Advocacy and the Long Term Care Community Coalition. The purpose of the newsletter is to provide residents, families, friends, and … [Read more...] about Elder Justice “No Harm” Newsletter – Issue 10
Medicare Coverage In Light of Jimmo v. Sebelius For Providers, Contractors, and Adjudicators
With support from The John A. Hartford Foundation, the Center for Medicare Advocacy has produced a new Fact Sheet to help Medicare providers, contractors, and adjudicators apply the correct legal standard to Medicare coverage and payment … [Read more...] about Medicare Coverage In Light of Jimmo v. Sebelius For Providers, Contractors, and Adjudicators
Today Ends the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period; Does it Begin a New Private Era for Medicare?
As reported widely, including in The New York Times,[1] the Trump Administration spent this Medicare Annual Enrollment Period steering beneficiaries towards private Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. While CMS contests this conclusion, Administrator … [Read more...] about Today Ends the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period; Does it Begin a New Private Era for Medicare?
Health Care Sabotage: Administration Doubles Down on States’ Ability to Undermine ACA
We have previously written about new guidance from the Administration that will make it easier for states to both ignore Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage and consumer protection rules, and weaken the ACA Marketplace.Last week, the Centers for … [Read more...] about Health Care Sabotage: Administration Doubles Down on States’ Ability to Undermine ACA
In Her Own Words: A Beneficiary’s Take On Medicare Advantage Steering
Dear CMA,I am a retiree and my health plan is Medicare. I am retired 13 years and never have had any problem with my Medicare coverage. Most of my doctors accept Medicare and I have been very pleased with their services.I have become … [Read more...] about In Her Own Words: A Beneficiary’s Take On Medicare Advantage Steering
Amidst Medicare Open Enrollment, CMS Reports High Rates of Inaccuracy in Medicare Advantage Provider Directories
The Medicare Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP) is the most crucial time of year for Medicare beneficiaries to make decisions about how they wish to receive their Medicare coverage. This year the Administration seems to be actively … [Read more...] about Amidst Medicare Open Enrollment, CMS Reports High Rates of Inaccuracy in Medicare Advantage Provider Directories
Medicare Annual Enrollment Ending: Still Time to Make An Informed Choice
The Medicare Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP), ends this week - December 7, 2018. As we near the end of the ACEP, consumer advocates remain concerned that the information put out by the Medicare program regarding coverage options is … [Read more...] about Medicare Annual Enrollment Ending: Still Time to Make An Informed Choice
As Medicare Enrollment Period Draws to a Close, MA Steering Continues – Advocates & Members of Congress Write Letters of Concern to CMS
As we approach the final week of the Medicare Annual Coordinated Election Period (ACEP), individuals continue to make decisions about how they want to access their Medicare benefits in 2019. Consumer advocates are concerned, however, that the … [Read more...] about As Medicare Enrollment Period Draws to a Close, MA Steering Continues – Advocates & Members of Congress Write Letters of Concern to CMS
Important Health Policy Article Published In New England Journal of Medicine: “Medicare Advantage Checkup”
The November 2018 New England Journal of Medicine features a article by KFF’s Tricia Neuman and Gretchen Jacobson of the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) that “examine[s] the extent to which Medicare Advantage plans are achieving goals with … [Read more...] about Important Health Policy Article Published In New England Journal of Medicine: “Medicare Advantage Checkup”