News and Updates

30 Jan 2006 - Keep on top of the latest MMA information

Be sure to visit the CMS Medicare Modernization Update web site regularly to keep abreast of the latest MMA information.
http://www.cms.hhs.gov/MMAUpdate/

16 Dec 2005 - Improved CMS website launched

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has launched its new website to provide improved navigation and easier access to information.
http://www.cms.hhs.gov
http://www.cms.hhs.gov/PrescriptionDrugCovGenIn/ (Medicare Part D coverage information)

16 Dec 2005 - AHCA Medicare Part D Update

The American Health Care Association (AHCA) has provided updated information on the CMS fax program for the auto assignment of dual eligibles. CMS has indicated that it may take up to ten days for information to be sent back. Additionally, facilities requesting information for more than 100 residents must use the mail-in option.
AHCA-MedicarePartD-Update.pdf

13 Dec 2005 - President Participates in Medicare Roundtable with Seniors

President Bush recently attended a round table discussion Medicare Part D at Greenspring Village Retirement Community in Virginia. Contrary to what is stated in this article, the CMS Marketing Guidelines have not changed regarding assistance with enrollment.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2005/12/20051213.html (press release)
http://www.whitehouse.gov/infocus/medicare/ (Policies in Focus - Medicare)

1 Dec 2005 - Addressing dual eligible individuals not auto-enrolled

What is CMS doing to address the transition of dual eligible individuals who present at a pharmacy after January 1, 2006 without having been auto-enrolled into a plan offering Medicare prescription drug coverage?
http://questions.cms.hhs.gov/cgi-bin/cmshhs.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=6248

30 Nov 2005 - Miss the Medicare Rx: A National Conversation televised program?

CMS has release a PDF document A National Conversation - Friends and Family First Toolkit that provides a link to view that program, as well as information on holding a coversation with a friend or loved one about MMA.
http://www.cms.hhs.gov/FamilyFirst051118c-N.pdf (file size is 3.3MB)