Medicare Publications

 The following Medicare publications are provided to help you better understand the Medicare Program and your rights and benefits.  Click on the appropriate "publication title" to learn more: 
 

Medicare and You
Enrolling in Medicare Part A and Part B
Medicare Basics
Getting a Second Opinion Before Surgery
Medicare Coverage in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Medicare Supplemental Insurance
Guide to Choosing a Hospital
Choosing a Medigap Policy
Your Guide to Who Pays First
Are You a Hospital Inpatient or Outpatient?
Medicare Appeals
Help Prevent Fraud
Your Medicare Benefits
Your Guide to Choosing a Nursing Home
Understanding Medicare Enrollment Periods
Getting Help with Medicare Costs
Protecting Medicare and You from Fraud
Medicare Hospice Benefits
A Quick Look at Medicare
Welcome to Medicare
Medicare and Home Health Care
Your Discharge Planning Checklist
Your Guide to Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
Coordination of Benefits
What are Long-Term Care Hospitals?
What is a Medicare Advantage Plan?
Medicare Rights and Protections
Get Your Medicare Questions Answered
Closing the Drug Coverage Gap
Medicare Coverage of Kidney Dialysis and Kidney Transplants
Medicare Plan-Finder-Worksheet
Medicare Plan-Finder-Tip Sheet
Medicare Acronym List
Getting Ready for Medicare Brochure 
List of Virginia Medigap Insurance Companies
Medicare's Coverage of Diabetes Supplies & Services