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In order to assist you in your understanding of Medicare, below are a few useful links to various parts of the United States Government Official Medicare Web Site. No representations are made by this office regarding the accuracy of the information provided by this government web site. If you are in need of legal advice or counsel, you should consult with an attorney before taking any action.
Medicare - Basics: What is Medicare? Medicare - Basics: Who is eligible for Medicare? Medicare - Basics: How do I sign up for Medicare Part A & B ? Medicare - Basics: Medicare Premium Amounts for 2003 Medicare Health Plan Choices in 2003 - Summary of Medicare benefits, rights and obligations, and answers to the most frequently asked questions about Medicare. (76 pages) 2003 Guide To Health Insurance For People With Medicare - A booklet containing information on choosing a Medigap policy to supplement the original Medicare plan. (83 pages) Medicare Personal Plan Finder - Your Medicare health care coverage is one of the most important assets you have. The Medicare Personal Plan Finder is designed to help you learn about the health plan choices you have as a person with Medicare. These choices may include Medicare health plans offering different ways for you to get your Medicare benefits, information about other insurance such as Medigap (Medicare Supplemental Insurance), and ways to pay health care costs. Medicare's new Personal Plan Finder helps you narrow down your Medicare health plan choices and choose the plan that's best for you. Medicare Health Plan Compare - Helps you comparison shop for health plans by looking at costs, benefits, and quality. Also included is information on plan members leaving managed care plans. Health plans include: Original Medicare Plan, Medicare Managed Care Plans (HMOs), and Medicare Private Fee-for-Service Plans. Medicare Medigap Compare - Helps you locate supplemental insurance policies to cover expenses not paid by Medicare. It also gives you information on how to contact the insurance companies.
Medicare - Nursing Homes Overview Medicare - Guide to Chosing a Nursing Home - Detailed information about how to choose a nursing home. (47 pages) Medicare - Nursing Home Checklist Medicare - Nursing Home Compare. Before clicking, read: Important Information on Nursing Home Compare
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