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Medicaid/Medicare
 Websites presented in alphabetical order American Hospital Directory 
 "Provides on-line data for over 6,000 hospitals." Free information includes hospital name, address, phone number, and may also have number of beds, type of ownership, Medicare provider identification number, accreditation, medical school affiliation, a list of services provided, utilization statistics, and a link to the hospital's Web page. Searchable by hospital name, city, state, zip code, area code, or combination of these. Additional information is available with paid subscription. http://www.ahd.com/ Topics: Health, Health, Long-term Care, Senior Health Last updated May 15, 2005 BenefitsCheckUp
A customizable site to "screen for federal, state and some local private and public benefits for older adults (ages 55 and over)." Identifies "programs that a person may be eligible to receive," and "provides a detailed description of the programs, local contacts for additional information (typically the addresses and phone numbers of where to apply for the programs), and materials to help successfully apply for each program." From the National Council on the Aging. http://www.benefitscheckup.org/ Topics: Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jan 2, 2005 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): History
Overview of the Medicare and Medicaid programs, which were signed into law on July 30, 1965. On December 8, 2003, the Medicare Modernization Act, or MMA, was passed to include a prescription drug benefit to Medicare. Site features a timeline of milestones, transcripts of oral history interviews with important figures in the history of CMS programs, materials from the 30th and 35th anniversaries of CMS, and related information. http://www.cms.hhs.gov/History/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Holidays and Observances Individually, Nonfiction by Genre, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Feb 19, 2009 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: Trustees Report & Trust Funds
Annual report on the financial operations and actuarial projections of the Medicare program. The website recommends starting with the overview section of this "detailed, lengthy document, containing a substantial amount of information on the past and estimated future financial operations of the Hospital Insurance and Supplementary Medical Insurance Trust Funds." Includes reports back to 2002 and related links. From the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. http://www.cms.hhs.gov/ReportsTrustFunds/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health Costs & Insurance, Senior Health Last updated May 20, 2009 CMS: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Consumer information on Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP (State Children's Health Insurance Program), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996), and CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments). Covers news, laws and regulations, and programs. Resources include a searchable directory of contact information, forms, and a glossary. http://www.cms.hhs.gov/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Health, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jun 24, 2002 Facts From EBRI (Employee Benefit Research Institute)
EBRI publishes online monthly reports covering Social Security, 401(k) retirement plans, Medicare, health insurance and the uninsured, domestic partner benefits, income of the elderly, and other retirement issues. The reports are archived back to 1996. EBRI is a "neutral authority promoting the understanding and furtherance of employee benefits national policy." http://www.ebri.org/publications/facts/ Topics: Jobs & Work, Senior Health Last updated Jun 29, 2005 Find a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
"An interactive tool that allows you to narrow your search for a Medicare prescription drug plan [and also enroll] based on your personal preferences such as cost, coverage and convenience." Includes overview on how Medicare works, a glossary of related terms, and "coverage information for individuals who currently receive prescription drug coverage through Military retiree benefits (TRICARE), Veteran benefits (VA), or Federal employee retiree benefits (FEHBP)." From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.medicare.gov/MPDPF/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Health, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jun 8, 2006 Gray Panthers: Age and Youth in Action
Information about the "national organization of intergenerational activists dedicated to social change. ... Founded in 1970 by social activist Maggie Kuhn, Gray Panthers believe that all Americans should benefit from our country's abundance." Features organization history, a list of achievements, and position statements on issues such as Medicare, jobs, and Social Security. Also includes a directory of chapters, ideas for action, and a blog. http://www.graypanthers.org/ Topics: Activism, Blogs & Podcasts by Subject, Politics, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Feb 17, 2005 Health Poll Search
This "is a searchable archive of public opinion questions on health issues that allows users to know what Americans think about health issues. ... [Q]uestions provide information on public perceptions of HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, health policy and health reform, Medicare and Medicaid, women's health, the uninsured, minority health, and children's health." A partnership between the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research. http://www.kff.org/kaiserpolls/healthpoll.cfm Topics: Health, Health, Senior Health, Society & Social Science Last updated Nov 6, 2009 HICUP: Health Information in Chinese Uniting Patients, Physicians and the Public
Librarians and health educators at the New York University School of Medicine have created a site with patient education and consumer health materials in Chinese. All materials and Web site links have been reviewed by bilingual health educators for accuracy, readability, and authority. The materials offer information about diseases and conditions, diagnostic procedures, safety, nutrition, and insurance. http://library.med.nyu.edu/patient/hicup/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Health, Languages, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated May 14, 2002 Hospital Compare
"This tool provides you with information on how well the hospitals in your area care for all their adult patients with certain medical conditions." Specific United States hospitals are compared with national averages in their treatment of the three medical conditions of heart attack, heart failure, and pneumonia. Hospitals are searchable by name or by location. From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov Topics: Health, Health, Long-term Care, Senior Health Last updated Mar 25, 2007 Insure Kids Now
This site provides information on free or low cost health insurance for children of low-income families. Coverage includes most states and various U.S. territories. Where available, links are provided to the states' relevant program Web sites. There is also other information on children's health insurance and other health programs such as Medicare. http://www.insurekidsnow.gov/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Finance, Health, Senior Health Last updated Jul 21, 2000 Insure.com
This site for "self-directed insurance shoppers" offers quotes from insurance companies. Information includes company address, policy information, benefit analysis, plan guidelines, premiums, the latest A.M. Best, Duff & Phelps, Moody's, Standard & Poor's and Weiss Research, Inc. ratings, and ability to apply online. Includes term life, life, auto, medical, Medicare, long-term care, homeowner and renter's, dental, disability, annuities, and travel insurance. http://www.insure.com/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Investing, Long-term Care, Senior Health Last updated Jun 12, 2004 Internet Resources on Aging
"Browse or search AARP's database ... and find more than 500 of the best sites for people over 50." Topics include genealogy, computers and technology, Medicare and Social Security information, classic 1950s TV shows, chat rooms, and more. Also covers statistics, research, and other areas of interest to gerontology professionals. http://www.aarp.org/internetresources/ Topics: Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jul 13, 2005 John Gardner: Uncommon American
Devoted to a "leader, activist, author, and reformer" from California, this site includes a biographical/career timeline; selected speeches and excerpts of writings; information on Gardner as Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW); and Gardner's role in the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Medicare, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and Common Cause. Online companion to PBS film of same title. http://www.pbs.org/johngardner/ Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Senior Health Last updated Nov 3, 2004 The Medicaid Resource Book
This full-text guide is intended "to assist the public and policymakers in understanding the structure and operation of the Medicaid program." Describes program eligibility, benefits, financing, and administration. Also includes legislative history, resource bibliographies, and indexes to federal laws and regulations. From the Kaiser Family Foundation. http://www.kff.org/medicaid/2236-index.cfm Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Health, Health, Senior Health Last updated Dec 12, 2006 Medicare "Drug Finder" Hits Snag
November 2005 article and audio file of a radio story about issues with the implementation of Medicare's "Prescription Drug Plan Finder" website, which is "supposed to help people pick their drug coverage" under Medicare's prescription drug plan (Medicare Part D), registration for which begins November 15, 2005. Includes a link to the Medicare website and a toll-free telephone number. From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5008698 Topics: Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Senior Health Last updated Nov 16, 2005 Medicare Drug Benefit Calculator
Use this site to estimate costs for prescription drugs under the Medicare proposal under consideration by Congress. Enter annual prescription drug costs, then view estimates for out-of-pocket costs, costs plus the estimated annual premium, and the percentage of drug expenses absorbed by the payer under the new benefit. From the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation. http://www.kaisernetwork.org/static/kncalc.cfm Topics: Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Health, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Dec 4, 2003 Medicare for Busy People
This two-part feature about Medicare shows how people "can benefit from this program without (hopefully) the need for anxiety medication." Topics include Medicare basics, questions to ask before you enroll in Medicare, and picking a plan. The first article covers Medicare Parts A, B, and C, and a second article describes in detail Medicare Part D (for prescription drugs). From the Federal Citizen Information Center, a program of the U.S. General Services Administration. http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cfocus/cfmedicare08/focus.htm Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Senior Health Last updated Mar 23, 2009 Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
Official information from Medicare about its prescription drug plan and the Medicare prescription drug coverage (Medicare Plan D) effective January 1, 2006. Covers enrollment periods, local plans, and common coverage situations. Includes a prescription drug plan finder, a drug finder, online enrollment, and publications. From the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.medicare.gov/pdphome.asp Topics: Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jan 17, 2006 Medicare: The Official U.S. Government Site for People With Medicare
The site provides databases for comparing nursing homes, Medicare plans and providers, dialysis centers, hospitals, home health agencies, and health plan options. Explains eligibility, what Medicare covers, prescription drug programs, and billing. Also provides contact information and links, a glossary, a directory of medical equipment suppliers, and information about the Medicare Prescription Drug Improvement and Modernization Act of 2003. Some material available in other languages. http://www.medicare.gov/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Drugs, Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Long-term Care, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Aug 4, 2005 Peninsula Library System: Get Answers Online: Medicare Part D and Medicare Rx
A collection of annotated links to sites about "Medicare, Medicaid, and the New Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit aka Medicare Part D and Medicare Rx." From the Peninsula Library System, "a consortium of 34 public and community college libraries" on the San Francisco peninsula. http://www.plsinfo.org/getanswers/webliographies/medicaid.htm Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Health, Senior Health Last updated Jul 5, 2006 SeniorLaw
This site contains links and a searchable database of information and resources on topics such as case law, Medicaid, Medicare, Elderlaw attorneys, social security, wills and trusts, nursing home law, long term care insurance and elder abuse and neglect. You can search recent Federal court decisions, statutes and regulations, and articles pertinent to the field of Elder law. Also contains links to some of the best general sites on Eldercare and resources for seniors on the web. Excellent site from this New York law firm. http://www.seniorlaw.com/ Topics: Long-term Care, Senior Health Last updated May 3, 2004 Social Security Administration
Extensive site that includes: Disability information; Employment support for people with disabilities; Medicare information; Benefit payments; Forms; Rules & regulations; Laws & legislation; a section just for Kids; information in Spanish; FAQs; and all their publications. http://www.ssa.gov/ Topics: Disabilities, Federal (U.S.) Government, Investing, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jul 20, 2001 WebMD
Contains information on diseases and conditions, pregnancy, diet and nutrition, drugs and herbs, health plans, Medicare, medical tests, clinical trials, and more. Features quizzes, and interactive tools (including a symptom checker). Searchable and browsable. http://www.webmd.com/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Drugs, Medical Treatments & Devices, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Senior Health Last updated Aug 23, 2004 |
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