Medicare resources: Arkansas
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About Medicare in Arkansas
Open enrollment begins again October 15
In 2011, 47,672,971 Americans were listed as Medicare beneficiaries. Of those receiving Medicare benefits, 536,817 were Arkansas residents. That means that 18.2 percent of Arkansas's population was enrolled in the health care safety net. Of those beneficiaries,
According to the most recent data (2004 figures), Medicare spending estimates Medicare spending in Arkansas was 3,005 million dollars - or 1.0% of total U.S. Medicare spending. That spending was marked a 6.1% increase from 1995 (to 2004). The average spending per Arkansas beneficiary was $6,529.
In 2011, 75,645 of Arkansas Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Figures from 2010 show that 256,970 Arkansas Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in stand-alone prescription drug plans, while 256,970 were enrolled in Medicare Advantage Drug Plans.
How do AR elected officials vote on Medicare issues?
H.Con.Res.112: Ryan Budget Bill 2012
#151
HOUSE|SENATE
This bill would end Medicare as we know it, replacing it with a voucher system for seniors to buy health insurance coverage on the open market. Actuaries say the amount of the vouchers would not be enough for seniors to replace the coverage they would lose with the end of Medicare. [more]
How 'Obamacare' is already making Medicare stronger
Learn how health care reform is already improving Medicare. A federal summary of the changes reveals a long list of reforms intended to contain Medicare costs while increasing revenue, improving and streamlining delivery systems, and even increasing services to the program. So read how health reform is changing Medicare to work better for Arkansas senior citizens.
How repeal would hurt Arkansas seniors
The GOP's proposal to repeal President Obama's Affordable Care Act could wipe out critical consumer protections and cost savings for Arkansas seniors, as well as their children and grandchildren. Read how repeal would hurt Arkansas..
Where to get help with Medicare in Arkansas
Long Term Care Ombudsman
A service that aids Arkansas nursing home residents.
2011 Healthcare Reform and Medicare
This downloadable (PDF) brochure provides a variety of Medicare information for Arkansas residents, including definitions, enrollment information, and SHIP contacts.
Medicare Premiums, Deductibles for 2012
A comprehensive list of out-of-pocket charges for Arkansas Medicare beneficiaries.
Adult Protective Services
This program works on behalf of elderly Arkansas residents who may become the victims of neglect or abuse, or have dementia and neglect their own needs.
Medicare Open Enrollment Events 2011
A list of Arkansas locations where Medicare recipients can enroll in Medicare and get information and supplemental plans and alternatives.
Bridging the Gap 2012
Brochure explaining Medicare supplemental plans and the companies that sell them in Arkansas.
Arkansas Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
Arkansas’ Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) is a health insurance information program that provides free one-on-one counseling, education, and information to individuals with Medicare of all ages.
Medigap Changes in 2010: Question and Answer
This brochure published by the Arkansas Insurance Department explains adjustments to Medigap in 2010.
‘Medicare Man’ Questions and Answers
This section of the Arkansas Insurance Department site answers Medicare-related questions sent in by Medicare beneficiaries.
Senior Health Insurance Information Program
An Arkansas health insurance information program that provides free one-on-one counseling, education, and information to individuals with Medicare of all ages.
Medicare & your elected officials
medicarevotes.org
See how members of the Arkansas Congressional delegation voted on Medicare.
The cost of repealing Obamacare
How Arkansas would fare
Arkansas could lose if important protections are undone.
