Watch as we explore Medicare basics; how Medicare and TRICARE For Life work together; considerations to optimize access to health coverage for Veterans living with paralysis; and engage in discussion and Q&AJoin us as we dive into potential … [Read more...] about Help the Veterans in Your Life this Veterans Day with our Recorded Webinars on Medicare for Veterans
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2024 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
The Social security Administration has announced that More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024. On average, Social Security retirement benefits … [Read more...] about 2024 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
CMS Final Rule Includes Important Oral Health Clarification
Last week the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule that announced finalized policy changes for Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS), and other Medicare Part B issues. The rule included … [Read more...] about CMS Final Rule Includes Important Oral Health Clarification
Center Joins Fight Against Drug Manufacturer Seeking to End Medicare Price Negotiations
This week, the Center for Medicare Advocacy joined a coalition of advocates led by AARP that is urging a federal court to reject an attempt to block Medicare’s drug price negotiation program. The case is one of many brought by drug manufacturers … [Read more...] about Center Joins Fight Against Drug Manufacturer Seeking to End Medicare Price Negotiations
Know Jimmo – Jimmo Can Open Doors to Necessary Care
The Jimmo case was settled in 2013, with an agreement, approved by the court, confirming that improvement potential is not the deciding factor to determine Medicare coverage for nursing home care, home health care, and outpatient therapy. The Jimmo … [Read more...] about Know Jimmo – Jimmo Can Open Doors to Necessary Care
Center for Medicare Advocacy Comments About Proposed Rule to Mandate Nurse Staffing Standards in Nursing Homes – Comment Period Now Closed
In September 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services published a proposed rule to establish, for the first time, national minimum nurse staffing standards for nursing homes that voluntarily choose to participate in the Medicare or … [Read more...] about Center for Medicare Advocacy Comments About Proposed Rule to Mandate Nurse Staffing Standards in Nursing Homes – Comment Period Now Closed
Medicare Advantage Focus: Drawbacks During Annual Enrollment Period
As Medicare’s annual enrollment period proceeds through December 7th, during which beneficiaries can make changes to their Medicare Advantage (MA) and/or Part D coverage, Medicare beneficiaries continue to be bombarded with advertisements and sales … [Read more...] about Medicare Advantage Focus: Drawbacks During Annual Enrollment Period
Reminder – Add Your Voice! Comment on CMS’ Proposed Rule About Nurse Staffing Standards for Nursing Homes
Sign-On Letter Available for OrganizationsThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a proposed rule to establish, for the first time, national minimum nurse staffing standards for nursing homes that voluntarily choose … [Read more...] about Reminder – Add Your Voice! Comment on CMS’ Proposed Rule About Nurse Staffing Standards for Nursing Homes
Report: Medicare Satisfaction is High, But those Under 65 Have More Difficulties
A recent KFF report, “Overall Satisfaction with Medicare is High, But Beneficiaries Under Age 65 With Disabilities Experience More Insurance Problems Than Older Beneficiaries,” found that Medicare beneficiaries are overwhelmingly satisfied with the … [Read more...] about Report: Medicare Satisfaction is High, But those Under 65 Have More Difficulties
A Tribute to Ady Barkan, 1983 – 2023
The Center for Medicare Advocacy mourns the loss and celebrates the extraordinary life of our friend, inspiring advocate, and activist, Ady Barkan. Ady was a brilliant lawyer and leader for fair and just health care as a human right. The Center has … [Read more...] about A Tribute to Ady Barkan, 1983 – 2023