Archived Articles on Insurance and Medicare
Medigap Plans: Listing by Coverage
Compare Medigap plans with this list of coverage offered by the A-L Medigap plans.
October 27, 2008
Source: AARP.org
Medicaid: The Basics
Understand eligibility, services covered, and other basics about Medicaid.
April 19, 2005
Individual Health Insurance
If you lose your group insurance, compare costs and benefits when shopping for individual health insurance.
August 15, 2006
AARP Doughnut-Hole Calculator Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about using the AARP Doughnut-Hole Calculator to save money on prescription drugs under Medicare Part D
March 9, 2006
By: Education & Outreach | Source: AARP Bulletin
COBRA: Keeping Your Group Health Insurance
COBRA can help you keep your group health insurance coverage if you lose it because of changes in your work or family life.
August 15, 2006
By: AARP Education & Outreach | Source: AARP.org
Applying for Medicaid
AARP explains how and where to apply for Medicaid.
March 2, 2006
By: AARP Education & Outreach
Getting Started With Medicare
AARP explains how to get started with Medicare: the Original Medicare Plan, Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs, PPOs, and PFFSs), and Prescription Drug Plans.
November 3, 2008
A Message on Health-Care Reform From the AARP President
AARP President Jennie Chin Hansen answers a question sent in by an AARP member who is worried that the proposed health-care reform legislation in Congress may go too far.
August 24, 2009
By: Jennie Chin Hansen | Source: AARP The Magazine
A Message on Health-Care Reform From the AARP President
AARP President Jennie Chin Hansen answers a question sent in by an AARP member who is worried that the proposed health-care reform legislation will allow the government to "pull the plug" on seriously ill patients.
August 24, 2009
By: Jennie Chin Hansen | Source: AARP The Magazine
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment is a perfect time to review your Medicare Prescription Drug coverage and make sure your plan still fits your needs.
November 19, 2007
Source: AARP.org
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