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Enrolling in medicare can be confusing for seniors. Find out about the Medicare enrollment process and what steps a senior must take to be eligible for medicare benefits.

Articles About Enrolling In Medicare
  • Information to Gather Before You Call Medicare
    A checklist of the personal information to have ready before calling Medicare.
  • 10 Things to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment
    Be prepared to make your Medicare changes during the Medicare Open Enrollment period. Knowing coverage options and the types of Medicare changes available will help you make the right decisions.
  • What Every Caregiver Should Know About Medicare
    An estimated 2.8 million boomers will turn 65 in 2011 and will face the confusing task of enrolling in Medicare. Caregivers also face the daunting challenge of helping their elderly loved ones navigate the Medicare maze, which includes prescription drug plans and supplemental coverage options. Plus, caregivers need advice on getting paid for care, and on obtaining necessary legal permissions to make decisions for their elderly parents. Learn tips on applying for Medicare.
  • Calling Medicare on Your Parent’s Behalf
    To talk to Medicare on behalf of an elderly parent, you must be appointed as an official representative. Download and complete the Appointment of Representative Form to obtain access to your parent's Medicare records.
  • Buy Smart: 10 Tips for Buying Medicare Insurance
    When you're buying a Medicare Advantage Plan, the best way to avoid being taken advantage of is to always be cautious and arm yourself with as much information as possible before buying a plan.
  • What's the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?
    Medicaid and Medicare are different programs for health care coverage. Medicare is an insurance program that provides medical care to people over 65. Medicaid is a financial assistance program for low-income people. Some people have both Medicare and Medicaid.
  • How to Pick the Right Medicare Advantage Plan
    Only once a year can you enroll in a Medicare plan, change your coverage, move to a new plan, or cancel Medicare plans: during the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7.
  • The 4 Parts of Medicare
    A breakdown of the different parts of Medicare including what each part covers, its cost, and who qualifies - Medicare Part A, B, C, D.
  • Medicare's PACE Program Provides Extra Benefits for In-home Care
    Medicare's PACE program provides some seniors and elderly with financial benefits for getting extra help in the home. Learn about benefits of Medicare's PACE program.
  • Where the Presidential Candidates Stand on Issues That Affect Caregivers Most
    A side-by-side comparison of John McCain and Barack Obama on topics that affect people caring for elderly parents.
  • Struggling to Pay for Brand Name Meds? You Don't Need To!
    Prescription assistance programs (also called patient assistance programs) are valuable resources for those who meet income requirements and who do not have prescription insurance.
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