Medicare can be complex and confusing. This class covers enrolling in Medicare, the A, B, C, Ds of Medicare and supplements to Medicare. There have been significant changes in the last two years, and more to come. Dick will cover how to avoid paying more for prescriptions, Medicare savings plans, and extra help with prescriptions. You will learn about avoiding Medicare fraud and steps you can take to get the most out of your Medicare dollar.
Instructor Dick Anderson has served eleven years as a volunteer counselor for SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors – sponsored by the Office of Insurance Commissioner, Community Choice, and Aging and Adult Care of Central Washington). SHIBA provides free Medicare counseling and unbiased, objective information without selling anything or promoting any company, plan, or product. SHIBA’s goal is for you make your own informed decision.