Notes that 11 percent had no source of supplemental coverage. Twenty-nine percent have coverage through an HMO but no other form of subsidized coverage.

Focuses on implementation in six communities: Albuquerque, Baltimore, Detroit, New Orleans, Orlando, and Orange County, CA. Examines (1) what choices actually exist; (2) how well beneficiaries understand their choices; (3) what information beneficiaries want and need to make choices; (4) how...

Notes that 14 percent of Medicare beneficiaries had no source of supplemental coverage to pay costs not covered by Medicare. Medicare HMOs are an important source of coverage, especially for those who do not receive supplemental coverage under an employer group. Although HMOs in New Orleans seem...

This fact sheet, the second in a series from Mathematica's study of the insurance decisions made by Medicare beneficiaries, looks at MCO penetration and payment rates, choice of plans, premium increases, market disparities, and availability of pharmacy benefits.

Notes that 46 percent of local Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in an HMO in 2000, one of the highest penetration rates in the country. Also notes that only 8 percent of beneficiaries in Albuquerque--versus 17 percent nationally--had no supplemental coverage to pay for costs not covered by...

Highlights how beneficiaries are dealing with Medicare and Medicare+Choice and describes demographic characteristics, supplemental coverage, relevance of choice, and information sources beneficiaries use to support choice. Notes that in 2000, 17 percent had no source of supplemental coverage and...

For the fourth straight year, Medicare beneficiaries have fewer options under Medicare+Choice, as plans continue to withdraw, increase premiums, or reduce benefits. As markets become more unstable, beneficiaries’ distrust of the program and concern over its viability are also increasing.

Discusses the diverse capacities and vulnerabilities of different groups of Medicare beneficiaries and how well current information strategies address their needs. Notes that policymakers should be aware of this diversity and the need for transitional and targeted education strategies to reach...