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UCare announces new Medicare plans for 2013

UCare, Minnesota’s fourth-largest health plan, announced changes and enhancements to its UCare for Seniors Medicare plan available throughout Minnesota and in 26 western Wisconsin counties in 2013.

October 19, 2012

It’s ‘open season’ for Medicare Part D plan

Hunting season is open. But rather than hunting for game, may we recommend setting your sights for the Part D Medicare prescription drug plan that's best for you? You'll have more time than usual this year because open season is lasting longer than usual.

By Sharon Rushford, Social Security Administration , October 12, 2012

UCare to hold information meetings on Medicare

Medicare can be confusing and a meeting has been scheduled by UCare to answer questions about Medicare. This is not a product presentation, nor will health plan options be discussed.

July 20, 2012

How does the Affordable Care Act affect seniors?

I get a lot of questions about the Affordable Care Act and I will try to explain at least five key areas about it and hope this helps you to understand it better.

By Mary Krueger, Douglas County Senior Coordinator , June 27, 2012

UCare to hold information meetings about its seniors Medicare plan

UCare is holding informational meetings about its UCare for Seniors Medicare Advantage plan.

June 06, 2012

UCare to hold information meetings next Tuesday

UCare is holding informational meetings about its UCare for Seniors Medicare Advantage plan. Members of UCare’s sales staff will discuss the 2012 UCare for Seniors Classic, Value Plus, Standard D, and Value plans.

May 04, 2012

Here's advice for sorting out Medicare changes

There have been some important changes in laws affecting Medicare during the last year, but some other aspects of the program remain the same. With a new wave of Baby Boomers turning 65 each year, the Minnesota Society of CPAs offers these tips on what you need to know to ensure your coverage and minimize any potential added costs.

January 01, 2012

Time to make Medicare Part D changes starts soon

Medicare beneficiaries who are considering changes to their Medicare Part D plan should mark their calendars for October 15. The “open season” will run from October 15 to December 7. (This is a change from last year when the open season was November 15 to December 31.)

By Rhonda Whitenack and Jim Czechowicz , September 25, 2011

Survey will study older adults as they age

Thousands of Medicare beneficiaries will receive an invitation in May to be part of a special study looking at the impact of age-related changes on functional ability.

By Staff Report , April 23, 2011

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Medicare: General enrollment and general information

Need Medicare Part B? If you’re eligible, now is the time to sign up.

January 05, 2011

New Year rings in health care gains

Beginning on January 1, 2011, beneficiaries of the Medicare Part D program who enter the coverage gap known as the “doughnut hole” can get a 50 percent discount on eligible brand-name drugs.

By Staff Report , December 30, 2010

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Board on Aging publishes Health Care Choices booklet for seniors

The 2011 edition of the Minnesota Health Care Choices booklet is now available online and in printed form from Area Agencies on Aging and the Senior LinkAge Line.

By Staff Report , December 05, 2010

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Medicare enrollment alert: Dates and benefit changes senior should know

The Minnesota Department of Commerce would like seniors who rely on Medicare for their health care needs to be aware of a number of changes next year that will affect their benefits.

By Staff Report , November 20, 2010

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News about Medicare enrollment

Hello and happy fall! This is Debbie Shea, in for Mary Krueger this week. When you hear from me, you know it must be about Medicare.

By By Deb Shea, Douglas County Senior Office , November 10, 2010

Help with Medicare prescription drug costs available

Around this time of year, those who have Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage may see themselves becoming closer to the doughnut hole.

August 18, 2010

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