The state temporarily paused enrollment in a health care program for immigrant seniors because spending again far exceeded estimates

By JERRY NOWICKINews of the Illinois capitaljnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s administration will suspend enrollment in the state-sponsored health care program for some immigrants 65 and older starting November 6 – implementation of the plan has previously announced to limit spending on the program. It’s an expected move the administration announced … Read more

Here’s what’s new for Medicare beneficiaries during open enrollment – Salem Reporter

Here's what's new for Medicare beneficiaries during open enrollment - Salem Reporter

Consumers know fall is coming when stores start offering Halloween candy and flu shots, and the airwaves and mailboxes are flooded with ads for Medicare options. This is the annual open enrollment period for the 65 million Americans covered by Medicare, the federal health program for the elderly and some people with disabilities. From October … Read more

Medicare open enrollment can help you cut your health care costs for the coming year. Here’s what you need to know

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Medicare’s annual open enrollment program lets you shop for health and prescription drug coverage for the coming year. This year there’s even more reason to check whether your current plans offer the best coverage for you, experts say. Andreswd | E+ | beautiful images Medicare beneficiaries have until December 7 to change their Medicare health … Read more

Medicare open enrollment can help you cut your health care costs for the coming year. Here’s what you need to know

Medicare open enrollment can help you cut your health care costs for the coming year.  Here's what you need to know

Andreswd | E+ | beautiful images Medicare beneficiaries have until December 7 to change their Medicare health and prescription drug coverage for next year through annual open enrollment. This year, there’s even more reason to pay attention, as financial support for prescription drug coverage will be expanded starting January 1, according to Meena Seshamani, director … Read more

Vista del Mar’s enrollment suspension is being monitored by the state

Vista del Mar's enrollment suspension is being monitored by the state

Involuntary psychiatric admissions at a Ventura hospital were suspended this week after multiple violations as state officials said they would monitor compliance and members of a public advisory board. The council said it should have been informed months ago about the potential closure. Loretta Denering, acting chief of Ventura County’s department of behavioral health, imposed … Read more