Prescription Drug Coverage

In 2006, the government will unroll its new plan for prescription drug coverage for those on Medicare. It will be called Medicare Part D (D stands for drugs). Until that time, here are some options to assist the low income elderly with the high price of prescription medications.

 

  1. Talk to your doctor.
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  2. Talk to your pharmacist.
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  3. Visit these web sites:
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  4. Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on Aging
    Norfolk office: 1-800-672-8368
    Hartington office: 1-800-420-3440 (attn: Beth Burbach)
  5. Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging: 402-444-6444
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  6. Volunteers Intervening for Equity: 402-444-6617
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  7. AARP Health Care Options: 1-800-523-5800
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