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Sunday, November 7, 2010

Departing Medicare Advantage plans leave 40000 seniors seeking coverage

Dozens of Medicare Advantage plans are no longer being offered in Washington state, leaving more than 40000 seniors in search of new plans. more
Seattle Times ( 11/7/2010 10:01:39 PM -08:00 )

The Do-Lots Congress
The Do-Lots CongressThe votes are (mostly) counted. The Republicans have clearly and decisively won. But did the Democrats actually lose? They lost the election, certainly. more
Newsweek ( 11/6/2010 4:20:14 AM -08:00 )

A Lame Duck Revolution: Take Another Shot at the Public Option
There can be little doubt that a significant enthusiasm gap played a major role in the outcome of the midterm elections. The liberal Democratic base is more
Huffington Post (blog) ( 11/5/2010 2:09:43 PM -08:00 )

Letters: An insult to seniors?
This is in response to Amy Cummings-Leight's column on “Setting the record straight on health-care reform and Medicare.” It appears that Leight's column was more
Lansdale Reporter ( 11/8/2010 4:59:51 AM -08:00 )

Medicare Advantage Plan Cancellations Leave 40000+ Seniors Uncovered
Medicare Advantage Plan Cancellations Leave 40000+ Seniors UncoveredDozens of Medicare Advantage plans have been withdrawn from various counties, or from the state entirely, leaving 40588 senior citizens across Washington in more
TopNews United Kingdom ( 11/8/2010 4:01:22 AM -08:00 )

LETTER: The high costs of Obamacare
Seniors were told throughout the 2008 campaign -- both by candidate Obama and Rep. Dave Obey -- that they would be able to keep their doctors and medical more
Wausau Daily Herald ( 11/8/2010 2:38:30 AM -08:00 )

Which price is right?
Senior citizens may find that the prescription drug plan they've been using for years suits them more
The News Journal ( 11/8/2010 12:52:06 AM -08:00 )

Meetings to explain Medicare Advantage changes for seniors
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will host a series of information meetings on changes occurring with some Medicare Advantage plans. more
The Missoulian ( 11/7/2010 9:36:41 PM -08:00 )

Insurance woes for seniors
Clockwise from left, Pat Owens, KB Houser, wife Roberta Houser and Clara Ross play pinochle Thursday at the Sutherlin Senior Center. more
NRToday.com ( 11/7/2010 6:15:18 AM -08:00 )

Planning matters: Rite of autumn: Time to review Medicare plans
If you are older than 65, it's that time of year to review your Medicare plans. Once a year from Nov. 15 through Dec. 31, those eligible for Medicare have more
Port Huron Times Herald ( 11/7/2010 3:46:12 AM -08:00 )

Parts of healthcare bill already in effect
As many businesses and employees know, parts of the new health care legislation took effect Sept. 23. With the end of the year approaching, more
Slidell Sentry News ( 11/6/2010 9:35:10 PM -08:00 )

SHIP can help with Medicare changes
The last six weeks of 2010 are very important for anyone on Medicare. During this time, November 15 through December 31,2010, you can choose to change your more
Marshalltown Times Republican ( 11/6/2010 8:51:07 PM -08:00 )

Understanding Medicare
Turning 65 presents a lot of questions, and an important issue not to forget is enrolling in — and understanding — Medicare. While people are not required more
ENC Today ( 11/6/2010 8:14:33 PM -08:00 )

No Medicare ratings, no problem
latest money news » From The Post and AP By Laura Green Three million Floridians are preparing to choose the kind of Medicare plan that will provide their more
Palm Beach Post ( 11/6/2010 7:12:24 PM -08:00 )

Save grandma, kill Obamacare
Over the next 10 years, if left unchanged, Obamacare will take $500 billion from Medicare. Medicare beneficiaries will see higher premiums. more
Daily Caller ( 11/6/2010 1:34:54 PM -08:00 )

Frequently Asked Questions on GoMedicare.com: Health Reform and Medicare
CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwire - November 6, 2010) - Consumers on GoMedicare.com have asked plenty of questions about what health reform means for them and how more
Marketwire (press release) ( 11/6/2010 8:22:30 AM -08:00 )

Sessions scheduled to discuss changes in Medicare prescription drug plans
Medicare prescription drug plans are changing for 2011, and many of the current Medicare Part D plans will not be available next year. more
Salina Journal ( 11/6/2010 2:14:50 AM -08:00 )

The truth behind the issue of healthcare
More than any other issue, “Obamacare” became the bete noir for the Democrats during the Congressional elections more
The Hill (blog) ( 11/5/2010 6:15:34 AM -08:00 )

Changing Medicare plans
By Michael O'Connor Comparing drug plans for Medicare Part D has become more important because of the tight economy, Nebraska and Iowa health insurance more
Omaha World-Herald ( 11/7/2010 6:07:03 AM -08:00 )