Covering the Bases: How to apply for the Part D Extra Help program
What is the quickest way to apply for Extra Help for Medicare Part D? I called Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 to request an application and became frustrated with the automated phone system. Medicare Part D has costs: premium, deductibles, and copayments. For people with limited income and assets, there is help to reduce the costs associated with Part D. If a single person's income is below ...

Low-income elderly could lose drug plan
Gov. Scott Walker's proposed two-year budget would effectively end the state's SeniorCare prescription drug program in its current form, forcing tens of thousands of people to enroll in more-expensive private plans available through Medicare Part D.

Covering the Bases: Discuss Part D enrollment with employer-group benefit advisor
I was just reviewing the mountain of information provided by my employer about my health insurance. I will be 65 in the summer. I currently work and plan to do so as long as possible. I realize I can postpone my Part B enrollment because I am employed and have employer insurance. However, the literature from my employer states my drug coverage is not considered creditable drug coverage and that ...