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  Medicare Resources
 
   Medicare and You 2006 This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Summary of Medicare benefits, rights and obligations, and answers to the most frequently asked questions about Medicare.
By: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
  
   
   Medicare Frequently Asked Questions (Separate Website)
This site lists frequently asked questions and answers about the Medicare drug plan. It includes information about the new Medicare drug plan starting in 2006 and how it differs from the current plans in effect. There is also a search feature so you may get information about other Social Security subjects.
By: Social Security Administration
  
   
   Who is eligible to get Medicare covered home health care and what services are covered? (Separate Website)
This page lists the eligibility requirement for Medicare covered home health care and what Medicare will cover if eligibility is met.
By: Social Security Administration

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   Medicare Information (Separate Website)
Information on Medicare basics, making Medicare choices, selecting Medicare supplemental insurance, your Medicare rights, etc.
By: American Association of Retired Persons
  
   
   Where To Get Your Medicare Questions Answered This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This publication describes when you should call the Medicare Hotline or the Social Security Administration to get your questions answered.
By: Health Care Financing Administration
  
   
   Your Medicare Rights and Protections This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Lits your rights as Medicare beneficiary, including your right to file a complaint and your right to get the health care services you need.
By: Health Care Financing Administration
  
   
   Medicare Hospice Benefits This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
An explanation of Medicare's hospice care coverage.
By: Health Care Financing Administration
  
   
   Medicare and Your Mental Health Benefits This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This booklet explains: (1) mental health benefits and who is eligible, and (2) how payments are made in the original Medicare Plan. The document is available only in PDF format.
By: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
  
   
   Medicare Appeals and Grievances (Separate Website)
Instructions on how to appeal a Medicare decision. This site also includes a link to downloadable Medicare appeals forms.
By: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
  
   
   Consumer Fraud Pamphlet: Medicare and Home Medical Equipment This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Information on how to get home medical equipment and report suspected fraud.
By: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service
  
   
 
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