Preventive Benefits for
People with Medicare
A new report shows that millions of people with Medicare have taken advantage of new, no-cost preventive services thanks to the Affordable Care Act.
Learn more about Medicare's no-cost preventive services.
Read the report. (PDF - 119 KB)
5 Things to Know
1. PARTNERSHIP FOR PATIENTS: What is this new program doing to improve patient safety and lower medical costs?
2. WOMEN AND THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT: What benefits of the new law apply especially to women?
3. PRE-EXISTING CONDITION INSURANCE PLAN: How do I know if I qualify and apply for insurance under this new program?
4. SMALL BUSINESS TAX CREDITS: Which small businesses qualify for health insurance tax credits, and how do I know if my business qualifies?
5. SENIORS AND MEDICARE RECIPIENTS: What actions are being taken under the Affordable Care Act to strengthen Medicare?
Collecting the Data We Need to Reduce Health Disparities
The Affordable Care Act invests in the improvement of health data collection and analysis strategy to help reduce disparities.
Affordable Care Act Saves $260 Million This Year
almost half a million individuals enrolled in Medicare’s prescription drug benefit have received a 50 percent discount on their out-of-pocket costs in the first five months of 2011.
As a pediatrician, I’ve seen too many children whose health problems could have been avoided if they hadn’t been exposed to cigarette smoke.
22 Things You Need to Know: Which Test is Right for You?
Take this checklist to your doctor or other health care provider to find out what preventive services are right for you.