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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: June 6, 2007

California Special Report: Straight Talk on Health Coverage

California Special Report: The state gets serious about reform Firing up debate on how to mend the system

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: May 8, 2007

Don't Count on Medicare for Long-Term Care

A new survey shows that Connecticut residents mistakenly think Medicare pays for long-term care. AARP sets out to educate policymakers and the public.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: April 13, 2007

Medicaid: Real Issues, Real People

Meet real people who rely on Medicaid - a health care necessity for one in every 6 Americans and an important safety net for all.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: March 16, 2007

The Bulletin Poll: The Uninsured

This month’s exclusive survey reveals myths and truths about Americans lacking health insurance.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: March 13, 2007

Health Care by Loophole: This system, subsidized by a mishmash of tax loopholes, is unfair. Can't we do better?

Tax breaks on health care should help those who need it most.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: March 2, 2007

Got Health Insurance?

What you need to know about the new Massachusetts health care reform law.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: March 2, 2007

Long-Term Care Insurance: Is it Right for You?

Tips and resources to help you decide.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: February 26, 2007

The Vote Is In - We Know Where Senators Stand

Giving Medicare the ability to negotiate with pharmaceutical companies will not, by itself, solve the problem of high drug prices, but it is an important first step toward helping to bring down the costs of prescription drugs.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: February 9, 2007

Medicare Part D Late Fee Penalty Waived in 2007 for Those with Low Income

Those who are eligible for the Medicare Extra Help program don’t have to pay a penalty for enrolling in Part D late.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: January 23, 2007

Medicare Part D Special Enrollment Periods

There are exceptions to the usual Medicare Part D open enrollment times. See if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: January 9, 2007

Medicare Interactive Counselor

Medicare Interactive Counselor is a helpful tool from Medicare Rights Center, designed to answer your questions about Medicare.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: January 8, 2007

2007 Medicare Part D Open Enrollment

If you or a loved one need to enroll in or change an existing Medicare Part D plan for 2007, you must do so during open-enrollment which runs Nov. 15 through Dec. 31.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: January 4, 2007

Open Enrollment Period for Medicare Advantage Plans

Open enrollment for the Medicare Advantage plans is now through March 31.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: January 1, 2007

Online Extra...Databank USA: Uninsured Adults

Data on uninsured adults; of 47 million Americans without health insurance, seven million are 50 to 64.

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Subchannel: Insurance & Medicare. Date: December 22, 2006

Special Call Center Helps With Medicare Questions

AARP reminds West Virginians that open enrollment in Medicare Part D prescription drug plans ends December 31 and special help is available right here in the Mountain State.

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