2008 Choosing a Medigap Policy: A Guide to Health Insurance for People with Medicare - This guide has easy steps to help you buy Medicare Supplement Insurance.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/02110.pdf
Age Page: Choosing a Doctor - Good medical care does not happen by accident. It is important to have a doctor who knows you and your health problems and who understands the special health care needs of older people. A personal physician, or primary care physician, can help you make medical decisions and can oversee the care you get from specialists.
http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Publications/choosing.htm
Frequently Asked Questions - Health Insurance and Women - This publication explains what health insurance is and how it affects women. It gives information on health care options, what to do if you're uninsured, what to do if you don't qualify for government benefits, and what you can do to protect your health insurance benefits.
http://www.womenshealth.gov/faq/healthins.htm
Guide to Medicare Preventive Services - There are steps you can take to lower your risk of disease and illness. Medicare is providing coverage for these preventive services to help you stay healthy. Read this publication for more information on covered services, and talk with your doctor about your risk of developing these health problems and your need for these preventive services.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10110.pdf
Medicare & You: 2008 - This handbook provides information on Medicare benefits: who's eligible, how to enroll, what medical/hospital expenses are covered, and how much of the bill you are responsible for paying.
http://www.medicare.gov/publications/pubs/pdf/10050.pdf
Medicare and You 2008 - Medicare & You contains important information about what's new, health plans, prescription drug plans, and rights and protections to help people with Medicare review their coverage options and prepare to enroll in a new plan if they choose.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10050.pdf
Medicare Basics - Enrolling in Medicare - This on-line fact sheet explains how to enroll in Medicare Part A and B. It also covers the differences in Medicare Part A and Part B. The fact sheet also explains what exactly is Medicare Part A and Part B.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/11036.pdf
Women with Medicare - Visiting Your Doctor for a Pap Test, Pelvic Exam, and Clinical Breast Exam - This publication has information for women on what is covered in the Original Medicare Plan, what Medicare covers, and what a Medicare member is responsible for financially.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/02248.pdf
Your Medicare Benefits - This booklet explains Medicare part A and B benefits, including which health care services and supplies are covered, when they are covered and how much you pay.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10116.pdf
Your Medicare Rights and Protections - This booklet has information on your rights through Medicare. It explains your right to get the health care you need, your right to file a complaint, and where you can get more information.
http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10112.pdf
Guide to Disability Income Insurance (Copyright © AHIP) - This booklet explains the various sources of disability income, what disability income insurance is and what it covers. It includes a worksheet you can use to evaluate personal sources of disability income, as well as a checklist of policy features you can use to compare disability income-insurance policies.
http://www.ahip.org/content/default.aspx?bc=41|329|352
State Insurance Departments - Each state has its own insurance department to oversee all types of insurance. This website provides links to those offices responsible for enforcing laws and regulations, and will provide the public with helpful information.
http://www.naic.org/state_web_map.htm
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