In late April, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued finalized rules to both strengthen consumer protections in Medicare Advantage and Part D drug plans, and reduce out-of-pocket drug costs for beneficiaries. As summarized in CMS' recent fact sheet, this final rule revises the MA and Part D regulations related to marketing and communications; the criteria … [Read more...] about CMS’ Finalized Rules Will Lower Drug Costs & Increase Consumer Protections
CHA Calls for Increased Consumer Protections & Oversight of Part C & D Plans
California Health Advocates worked together with Center for Medicare Advocacy to submit comments on the proposed rule for Medicare Part C and D. While we wholeheartedly support several of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS’) stated goals of the proposed rule, namely to “strengthen consumer protections to ensure MA and Part D beneficiaries have accurate and … [Read more...] about CHA Calls for Increased Consumer Protections & Oversight of Part C & D Plans
Proposed Rule Would Lower Part D Drug Costs, Increase MA Plan Oversight & More
Earlier this month, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued a proposed rule with needed and welcomed changes for Medicare Advantage and Part D plans. Some of the changes include: lowering Part D out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries starting January 1, 2023, increasing marketing oversight and holding plans accountable for misinformation - including information … [Read more...] about Proposed Rule Would Lower Part D Drug Costs, Increase MA Plan Oversight & More
Most People Don’t Review Their Medicare Coverage Options
Did you know that during Medicare's Open Enrollment, most older adults don't review their plan changes for the new year, or look at other options for coverage? This leaves many surprised by changes they can't afford. Yikes - Let's change this trend! Medicare's Open Enrollment is Oct 15 through Dec 7, and it is one of the few times people with Medicare can review their … [Read more...] about Most People Don’t Review Their Medicare Coverage Options
Got Medicare Coverage Problems? Let’s Troubleshoot
Medicare is complicated and it's not always easy to know if a service or item you need is covered. Below are four main points, outlined in Medicare Rights Center's and SMP's July Medicare Minute article, to help troubleshoot any potential Medicare coverage problems. Point 1: Learn Medicare coverage rules. You do not need to know all of Medicare’s coverage rules, but … [Read more...] about Got Medicare Coverage Problems? Let’s Troubleshoot
