Medicare resources: West Virginia
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About Medicare in West Virginia
Open enrollment begins again October 15
In 2011, 47,672,971 Americans were listed as Medicare beneficiaries. Of those receiving Medicare benefits, 383,035 were West Virginia residents. That means that 20.9 percent of West Virginia'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 West Virginia was 2,407 million dollars - or 0.8% of total U.S. Medicare spending. That spending was marked a 6.5% increase from 1995 (to 2004). The average spending per West Virginia beneficiary was $6,861.
In 2011, 73,222 of West Virginia Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. Figures from 2010 show that 195,885 West Virginia Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in stand-alone prescription drug plans, while 195,885 were enrolled in Medicare Advantage Drug Plans.
How do WV 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]
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How repeal would hurt West Virginia seniors
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Where to get help with Medicare in West Virginia
Aging Disability Resources Centers by County (West Virginia)
Links to ADRC’s, which provide information on Medicare-funded programs, their benefits, assistance determining eligibility and enrolling. Includes Medicare Savings Programs and extra help with Medicare Part D costs. Also connection to other aging services in West Virginia.
Benefits CheckUp
An on-line tool to determine what Medicare benefits and Medicare wrap-around benefits you are eligible for in West Virginia.
State Health Insurance Assistance Programs in West Virginia
This site links to programs providing information about Medicare benefits, Medicare supplement insurance companies, supplement plans and monthly rate comparisons, long-term care insurance plans, and help with Medicare costs.
West Virginia Transition Initiative
Financial assistance (up to $16,000, based on needs) to qualified nursing facility residents including Medicare beneficiaries. Site provides information on in-home and community supports to help nursing home residents move into their communities.
Case Management Agencies in West Virginia
The west Viginia Bureau of Senior Services provides a directory of aging services programs that address issues such as nutrition, home-based care, basic living needs, and referral to Medicare-funded senior services.
Aging Services providers by West Virginia county
Directory of aging services programs such as Medicare counseling, homemaker services, discounted meals, in-home respite care.
West Virginia’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs)
Links to local areas agencies on aging for access to aging services, including Medicare funded programs and contact information for advocacy for Medicare beneficiaries.
Medicare & your elected officials
medicarevotes.org
See how members of the West Virginia Congressional delegation voted on Medicare.
The cost of repealing Obamacare
How West Virginia would fare
West Virginia could lose if important protections are undone.
