Health care reform became law in March 2010 through 2 bills: Patient Protection and Affordability Care Act of 2010 (PPACA); and Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (HCERA). This section links to articles and resources on various aspects of health care reform, some affecting people with Medicare, and some affecting the pre-retiree population, ages 50-65. Also see the government’s website Healthcare.gov for more information.
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Heathcare – Official government site on health care reform, your rights and insurance options available in your area.
Heathcare – Official government site on health care reform, your rights and insurance options available in your area.
Are You Eligible for the Part D $250 Rebate? CMS Posts Q&As
The Affordable Care Act passed by Congress and signed by President Obama this year contains some important benefits for Medicare recipients. One benefit is the $250 rebate to help with…
Health Reform Creates New Voluntary Long-Term Care Insurance Program
A new federal long-term care insurance policy was created through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA, P.L. 111-148, March 23, 2010), the health care reform legislation signed by…
What Does Health Care Reform Legislation Mean for Medicare Beneficiaries?
Below is a brief summary of some of the main changes the recently passed health care reform will bring for Medicare beneficiaries. The Medicare Part D “donut hole” – or…
Health Reform is Now Law – Immediate Changes Take Effect
President Barack Obama signed historic health reform legislation on Tuesday, March 23, 2010. This legislation will provide security and stability for people with coverage, and new, affordable choices for those…
