Learn how Medicare and Medi-Cal work together for older adults, including how dual eligibility helps cover costs, fill gaps, and provide long-term care.
Provider network protections in D-SNP State Medicaid Agency Contracts are essential to ensure continuity of care, maintain access to trusted providers, and prevent disruptions for dually eligible individuals navigating Medicare and Medicaid coverage.
A clear explanation of the options available to Medicare enrollees who owe past-due premiums—including payment plans, waivers, and other strategies to reduce or manage repayment and avoid financial hardship.
An overview of how the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy program significantly reduces prescription drug costs covering premiums, deductibles, and copays—and can save eligible enrollees thousands of dollars each year.
A guide explaining how low-income Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (Extra Help) can access zero-premium prescription drug plans and maintain coverage, even if they lose Medicaid eligibility
Medicaid is a vital lifeline for millions of older adults because it makes Medicare affordable, fills gaps in coverage, pays for long-term care and essential services, and helps those under 65 with disabilities access health care.
Medicare advocates should be aware of two important opportunities with a March 31 deadline: the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period and Medicare General Enrollment Period.
