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: 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 ...

Checks help millions pay for drugs
Almost 4 million people in Medicare's Part D program - including 146,617 in Ohio - have received a one-time $250 check from the federal government to help with their drug costs last year. Officials expect there to be a similar...