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Medicare Made Simple for Patients

Medicare made simple for patients
Topic(s): 
Living Well with Bone Marrow Failure
Presentation Date: 
Wed, 09/21/2022 - 10:00am (EDT)

Program participants will learn the basics of Medicare including how and when to enroll, the different parts of Medicare, the difference between Advantage and Supplement plans and what original Medicare does not cover, eligibility, how to avoid penalties, when to qualify for disability after a blood cancer diagnosis and which part covers infusion versus which part covers pill medications.  This program is a must for anyone turning 65, over 65 and getting ready to retire, already on Medicare, or a caregiver for a loved one on Medicare.