Medicare prescription drug benefit program

Nevada health officials have launched an outreach campaign aimed at helping senior citizens and the disabled navigate the new Medicare prescription drug benefit program.

Starting January 1st, Medicare will offer discount plans intended to help recipients cover the cost of prescription drugs.In Nevada, 18 plans will be offered. Enrollment for the new benefit runs November 15th to May 15th.

Health officials will host four workshops in Las Vegas where recipients can question Medicare counselors.State health officials have set up a hot line to answer questions.

The Medicare Web site www.Medicare.gov offers a customized evaluation of the programs available in your town. People who don't feel comfortable with computers can call 1-800-Medicare, and a counselor will help them with the same evaluation.

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