Publications

This brochure explains in simple terms and pictures about applying for extra help with prescription drug costs. To view this publication in other languages, click here. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11318  (size: 776.49 KB) Revised 7/1/2007

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 4.11 MB) Revised 7/1/2007

This fact sheet provides information and resources to people with Medicare prescription drug coverage during the coverage gap. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11213  (size: 160.65 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 172.66 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

This brochure explains in simple terms and pictures about applying for extra help with prescription drug costs. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11318-AA  (size: 4.08 MB) Revised 9/1/2007

This brochure explains how people with Medicare can benefit from electronic prescriptions. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11382  (size: 261.79 KB) Revised 1/1/2010

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 228.74 KB) Revised 8/1/2008

This fact sheet provides information about the special rights you have to get care and prescription drugs if you are in a disaster or emergency area. (4 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11377  (size: 132.28 KB) Revised 9/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 73.55 KB) Revised 9/1/2009

Provides information to help people with Medicare review their health and prescription drug coverage in the fall. (5 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11220  (size: 166.13 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 363.49 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

Provides information about how to get reimbursed through Medicare Part D for self-administered drugs you get in hospital outpatient settings (4 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11333  (size: 376.91 KB) Revised 1/1/2010

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 369.62 KB) Revised 1/1/2010

This booklet is a guide for families and friends of people with Medicare. It highlights several topics related to the health and care of a person with Medicare. (56 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11034  (size: 1.32 MB) Revised 7/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 955.79 KB) Revised 7/1/2009

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This publication provides a brief overview of Medicare and Medicaid. To view this publication in other languages, click here. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11306  (size: 68.54 KB) Revised 4/1/2008

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This fact sheet provides information and resources to people with Medicare who need help paying for their prescription drug costs. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11417  (size: 151.49 KB) Revised 2/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 135.00 KB) Revised 2/1/2009

This tip sheet explains what people who qualify for Extra Help can do to make sure they’re paying the right amount for their drugs at the pharmacy. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11324  (size: 90.61 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 261.06 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

This fact sheet describes the methods Medicare drug plans use to provide access to prescription drugs. (8 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11136  (size: 452.16 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 511.91 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This fact sheet explains to people with Medicare how to request a coverage determination, file an appeal, or file a complaint if they are enrolled in a Medicare drug plan. To view this publication in other languages, click here. (8 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11112  (size: 437.04 KB) Revised 5/1/2009

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This tip sheet tells you how to join a Medicare drug plan once you have chosen the plan you want. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11111  (size: 385.38 KB) Revised 9/1/2007

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 428.16 KB) Revised 9/1/2007

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This medication record helps people with Medicare to know the names and doses of their prescription drugs in order to compare drug savings and to choose the best Medicare prescription drug coverage. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11085  (size: 252.01 KB) Revised 12/1/2007

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This tip sheet explains what you can do if your pharmacy can’t fill a prescription because they stock a drug that isn’t listed with the FDA. (1 page)

View Adobe PDF - 11453  (size: 348.69 KB) Revised 12/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 357.78 KB) Revised 12/1/2009

This fact sheet provides basic information about Medicare prescription drug coverage. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11102  (size: 118.56 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 347.45 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This fact sheet provides information about Medicare’s prescription drug coverage if you have coverage from an employer or union. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11107  (size: 391.38 KB) Revised 8/1/2007

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This fact sheet provides basic information about Medicare’s prescription drug coverage for people with a Medicare health plan with prescription drug coverage (3 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11135  (size: 441.83 KB) Revised 4/1/2008

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Helpful tips on what to bring to the pharmacy when you have a new prescription drug plan. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11343  (size: 369.29 KB) Revised 12/1/2007

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 382.23 KB) Revised 12/1/2007

This tip sheet explains things to consider when comparing Medicare drug plans. (6 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11163  (size: 471.32 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 500.20 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This tip sheet tells you about your options for saving on your prescription drug coverage costs. (4 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11215  (size: 466.86 KB) Revised 7/1/2009

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This fact sheet explains how the Medicare prescription drug coverage works for people who have a Medigap policy. (4 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11113  (size: 400.26 KB) Revised 12/1/2007

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 479.33 KB) Revised 12/1/2007

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This tip sheet explains how premium withhold deductions work if you switch drug plans in 2010. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11400  (size: 229.67 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 217.81 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

This publication explains how Medicare prescription drug coverage works, how to get extra help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage, and how it may affect any current coverage people have. (76 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11109  (size: 1.02 MB) Revised 5/1/2009

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A booklet containing information on choosing a Medigap policy to supplement Original Medicare. (64 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 02110  (size: 561.33 KB) Revised 9/1/2008

View Large Print Adobe PDF - 02110-LE  (size: 234.01 KB) Revised 3/1/2007

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 752.61 KB) Revised 9/1/2008

Provides an overview of the information found at www.medicare.gov on the web about the quality of care and services given by health plans, prescription drug plans and health care providers. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11266  (size: 260.84 KB) Revised 3/1/2008

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This fact sheet explains the quality measures on Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder and Medicare Options Compare at www.medicare.gov and how you can use the information to help you choose and join a plan that meets your needs. (5 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11226  (size: 359.73 KB) Revised 8/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 409.06 KB) Revised 8/1/2009

Publication gives an overview of Medicare Special Needs Plans (SNPs), including how SNPs work, how to join and switch, and how to decide if a Medicare SNP is right for you. (20 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11302  (size: 295.70 KB) Revised 11/1/2009

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Detailed information about Medicare Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Plans (32 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11152  (size: 499.82 KB) Revised 9/1/2008

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 999.09 KB) Revised 9/1/2008

This fact sheet is for people who get injectable or infused drugs administered by their doctor during an office visit. It explains the Competitive Acquisition Program for Medicare Part B drugs in which doctors can order the drugs through an approved vendor. (3 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11148  (size: 81.33 KB) Revised 2/1/2008

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 182.91 KB) Revised 2/1/2008

A brochure that explains Medicare coverage to help pay health care costs if you are in a covered clinical research study. (8 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 02226  (size: 370.49 KB) Revised 6/1/2008

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 497.54 KB) Revised 6/1/2008

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This fact sheet provides a brief description of the goals of Medicare`s Beneficiary Ombudsman. (2 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11173  (size: 358.63 KB) Revised 1/1/2010

View Adobe PDF - 11173-B  (size: ) Revised 4/1/2007

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 346.46 KB) Revised 1/1/2010

Provides basic information on Part D and protecting personal information. (4 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 11147  (size: 386.80 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

This publication is also viewable in Spanish  (size: 521.93 KB) Revised 10/1/2009

Lists your rights as a person with Medicare. (44 pages)

View Adobe PDF - 10112  (size: 571.13 KB) Revised 9/1/2009