Health & Benefits
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Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that helps people 65 or older, younger people with disabilities, and people of any age with End-Stage Renal Disease. Learn more here.

Learn your rights (2 resources)
Medicare Part D drug coverage
Describes the Medicare Part D program, what it covers and how to apply.
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Getting Medicare benefits
Describes, explains, and compares the 4 parts of the Medicare program.
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Other resources for the public (17 resources)
Differences between Medicaid vs Medicare
Explains the differences between Medicare and Medicaid and the additional services you could receive through Medicaid.
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Your rights in a hospital
Learn about your rights as both a patient and a visitor in a hospital. 
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Extra Help to pay for premiums and cost-sharing
Describes the Extra Help program, how you may qualify, and how to apply.
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Medicare savings programs basics
Describes the programs available to help pay for Medicare, qualifications and items they cover.
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Lawyer resources (2 resources)
Locate a notice of decision in Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE)
A notice of decision is the Illinois Department of Human Services’ response to your application for benefits. Follow this step-by-step guide to find your notice of decision
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Helping clients with Medicare cost sharing
An article for lawyers on the basics of the 3 Medicare Cost Sharing Programs, including benefits and eligibility.
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