Be an Informed Caregiver
Need more information about Medicare for a friend or family member you're caring for, or for yourself? Medicare is the federal health insurance program for adults age 65 and older and for those people under 65 with certain disabilities. The National Institutes of Health now offers an easy-to-read overview, "Medicare Basics for Caregivers" at its Web site, NIHSeniorHealth.gov. This free summary can help you become more familiar with all the Medicare benefits available, as well as providing answers to commonly asked questions. Topics include Medicare billing, enrollment in prescription drug coverage and continuing-care options.
- Published:
- 02 November 2009
- | Author:
- Rebecca Sherman
