According to the Medicare Advantage fact sheet published by Kaiser family foundation, “in 2010, the average Medicare beneficiary will have the option to choose from among 33 Medicare advantage plans in addition to the traditional Medicare program, and some can choose from as many as 73 Medicare Advantage plans.” WSJ.com reports that, “rules for enrolling in Medicare are complex. But when people postpone retirement past age 65, as many people are doing these days, it's easy to get caught up in red tape.” With so many choices of Medicare insurance to choose from, and restrictions on when a senior is able to enroll, it is not surprising that there are so many questions and confusion surrounding this issue.
The Society of Certified Senior Advisors (SCSA) recognizes the confusion surrounding Medicare insurance and has created comprehensive handouts to educate older adults on Medicare insurance program and its changes in 2010. These handouts cover topics, such as:
- Different Parts of Medicare A, Medicare B, Medicare C and Medicare Part D Coverage
- Two Main Choices on Medicare Coverage and Steps to Decide
- Enrollment Coverage and Costs Overview
- Part D Coverage Example
- Medicare Contact List
- And a Medicare Case Study
The handouts are a part of a monthly educational program that SCSA provides to their Certified Senior Advisors. In addition to these helpful aides, SCSA also offered a Medicare Webinar, PowerPoint presentation with presenter’s script and additional handouts on other pertinent topics, such as:
- What Medigap Plans A through L Cover
- Questions to Ask Insurance Companies that sell Medigap Policies
- Conversations with Seniors Tip Sheet
SCSA, in its 13 year history, is dedicated to helping senior citizens through educating professionals who work with them. The informative and educational handouts, webinars, and PowerPoint presentations are all examples of this continued commitment.