Cornell University Resource Education For Medicare Part D

~ From Cornell University Resource Education For Medicare Part D

Essential to the prevention and treatment of illness, the use of prescription medications is implicit in avoiding more complicated and costly medical problems.  While payers still greatly influence patient access to treatment, increasingly, patients are also weighing treatment costs versus benefits, especially for new prescriptions.

AARP Senior Vice President Cheryl Matheis states:

Americans of all ages still have questions about the law and what it means for their families. As part of our ongoing effort to answer those questions, we want to give everyone access to clear, objective information about the new benefits and responsibilities these changes will bring. Whether it's helping a college age child sign up for insurance or knowing what preventive services are available, Americans are looking for reliable information.

~ www.medicalnewstoday.com

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