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How will the new rules for how Medicare pays suppliers effect my Oxygen Equipment ? |
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If you have questions about your Medicare Oxygen Equipment Coverage, please
see the CMS publication, "New Rules for How Medicare Pays
Suppliers for Oxygen Equipment," for updated information about this important program benefit.
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My address changed and I need a new Medicare card. What do I do?
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Call the Social Security Administration (SSA) at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778).
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What are Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Medicare Part D)? |
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Medicare offers prescription drug coverage for everyone with Medicare, called Medicare Part D. To receive Medicare prescription drug coverage, an individual must choose a Medicare drug plan and pay a monthly premium. These plans are offered by insurance and other private companies approved by Medicare.
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How can I find out which Medicare Part D plans are available? |
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Please visit the following web site,
select Wisconsin, and skip or select your county. Scroll down to
view the Medicare Prescription Drug and/or Health Plans available in
Wisconsin.
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How and when do I Enroll in Medicare Part D?
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Enrollment is open November 15 through December 31 of every year, and you can enroll online at: www.medicare.gov
You can also call the plan directly or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227 for assistance (TTY: 1-877-486-2048).
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What should I do if I feel that I am not receiving the care to which I am entitled through Medicare?
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Talk to your doctor and share your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the decisions made or the answers you receive, MetaStar can assist you in protecting your Medicare rights.
Metastar is a non-profit organization funded by CMS to help Wisconsin Medicare participants with concerns about the quality of care they receive. Any Wisconsin Medicare member (or his or her caregiver/representative) can contact MetaStar by phone at 1-800-362-2320.
For general questions about Medicare, please call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
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Who can assist me with specific benefit related questions?
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Your County Senior Benefit Specialist, often called “Red Tape Cutters,” is an individual trained to help older individuals who are having problems with their private or government benefits. They can help anyone over the age of 60 who:
- Wants to know more about any private or public benefit.
- Needs help in organizing the paperwork to apply for benefits.
- Has been denied a benefit they think they are entitled to receive.
You can contact a Benefits Specialist ,
or by using the following contact information:
Kenosha County
- Aging & Disability Resource Center of Kenosha Co.
8600 Sheridan Road #500
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 605-6646
(800) 472-8008
Milwaukee County
- Legal Action of Wisconsin Senior Law
230 W. Wells St., #800
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 278-1222
(414) 278-7722
Racine County
- Racine Community Action Agency
2113 N. Wisconsin St.,
Racine, WI 53402
MWF: (262) 637-8377
T-Th: (262) 767-2914
Rock County
- Rock Co. Council on Aging
51 S. Main St.
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 757-5414
- Senior Services of Rock Co.
P.O. Box 1676
Janesville, WI 53547
(608) 757-5942
Walworth County
- Community Action Program
1545 Hobbs Drive
Delavan, WI 53115
(800) 424-8297 or (262) 728-8296
Waukesha County
- Waukesha Co. Dept. of Aging
1320 Pewaukee Road
Waukesha, WI 53188
(262) 548-7848
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