Government Watchdogs Urge Medicare Advantage Oversight and Reform
June 30, 2022
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a hearing this week on
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Coverage and Benefits
Medicare provides health coverage to over 67 million older adults and people with disabilities, paying for important medical care in hospital and outpatient settings. Nearly 12.5 million beneficiaries also rely on Medicaid, which helps with affordability through the Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs), and covers services Medicare does not, such as long-term services and supports. The Medicare Rights Center supports strengthening Medicare and Medicaid, modernizing benefits and financial assistance, and bolstering the workers and caregivers who deliver this vital care.
Letter to Congressional Leaders on Improving Medicare Coverage of Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Care
June 29, 2022
Letter to the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means Committee leaders urging them to take action to improve Medicare coverage for people with substance use disorder and mental health needs.
Final Installment of Helpline Trends Report Series Examines Need for Comprehensive Medicare Dental Benefit
June 16, 2022
This is part 4 of the helpline trends report series. Read part 1, part 2, and part 3. In 2020–2021,
Medicare Rights Joins Calls for Increased Funding for Home and Community-Based Services
May 26, 2022
Last week, Medicare Rights joined hundreds of national, state, and local organizations in a letter urging the U.S. Senate to
2020-2021 Medicare Trends and Recommendations
May 24, 2022
This report features select helpline trends and highlights the most commonly sought helpline and Medicare Interactive answers, providing a glimpse into the
information and coverage needs of Medicare beneficiaries and their families in 2020 and 2021.
Government Watchdog Reports Medicare Advantage Denying or Delaying Medically Necessary Care
April 28, 2022
Today, the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) released a report showing that Medicare Advantage
KFF Report Highlights State Differences in Access to Medicare’s Low-Income Programs
April 21, 2022
Medicare provides vital health coverage, but the program’s high premiums, deductibles, and other cost-sharing requirements can put care out of
New York Passes Landmark Budget to Help Residents Access and Afford the Care they Need
April 14, 2022
Last week, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature passed a budget that will improve health coverage and
President’s Budget Highlights Need for Medicare Coverage of Behavioral Health and Vaccines
April 7, 2022
Last week, the Biden-Harris Administration submitted its annual budget request to Congress. While presidential budget requests are not binding on
Community Statement Highlights Need for Medicare Coverage for Medically Necessary Oral Care
February 17, 2022
Many people with Medicare lack coverage for oral and dental services, despite the clear need for such care. Untreated infections
Government Watchdogs Urge Medicare Advantage Oversight and Reform
June 30, 2022
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a hearing this week on
Letter to Congressional Leaders on Improving Medicare Coverage of Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Care
June 29, 2022
Letter to the Senate Finance and House Ways and Means Committee leaders urging them to take action to improve Medicare coverage for people with substance use disorder and mental health needs.
Final Installment of Helpline Trends Report Series Examines Need for Comprehensive Medicare Dental Benefit
June 16, 2022
This is part 4 of the helpline trends report series. Read part 1, part 2, and part 3. In 2020–2021,
Medicare Rights Joins Calls for Increased Funding for Home and Community-Based Services
May 26, 2022
Last week, Medicare Rights joined hundreds of national, state, and local organizations in a letter urging the U.S. Senate to
2020-2021 Medicare Trends and Recommendations
May 24, 2022
This report features select helpline trends and highlights the most commonly sought helpline and Medicare Interactive answers, providing a glimpse into the
information and coverage needs of Medicare beneficiaries and their families in 2020 and 2021.
Government Watchdog Reports Medicare Advantage Denying or Delaying Medically Necessary Care
April 28, 2022
Today, the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) released a report showing that Medicare Advantage
KFF Report Highlights State Differences in Access to Medicare’s Low-Income Programs
April 21, 2022
Medicare provides vital health coverage, but the program’s high premiums, deductibles, and other cost-sharing requirements can put care out of
New York Passes Landmark Budget to Help Residents Access and Afford the Care they Need
April 14, 2022
Last week, New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature passed a budget that will improve health coverage and
President’s Budget Highlights Need for Medicare Coverage of Behavioral Health and Vaccines
April 7, 2022
Last week, the Biden-Harris Administration submitted its annual budget request to Congress. While presidential budget requests are not binding on
Community Statement Highlights Need for Medicare Coverage for Medically Necessary Oral Care
February 17, 2022
Many people with Medicare lack coverage for oral and dental services, despite the clear need for such care. Untreated infections