Medicare Questions
Medicare is no longer a simple, automatic thing that we all sign up for in the same way. Medicare is confusing, seemingly constantly changing and vitally important for many. If you are over 65, you can participate in the Original Medicare Plan, which is managed by the federal government, or you can choose to participate in one of a number of Medicare Advantage Plans offered by private health insurance companies. There also are decisions to make about Medicare Prescription Drug Plans.
Alta Bates Medical Group works with two Medicare Advantage HMO plans: Health Net Seniority Plus and Secure Horizons by UnitedHealthcare.
You also can find valuable information about Medicare on the Medicare website or by calling 800.633.4227. You also can obtain more information at the Social Security Administration website or by calling 800.772.1213.