The Medford Police Department is warning local seniors of a recent attempted Medicare Fraud. On 12-28-11, a Jackson County resident received a phone call from a person claiming to be from MediCare. The subject confirmed some basic information (name, address and phone number) and then began to ask about banking information. The subject was trying…
Early sign up for Medicare coverage changes
September 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Oregonians with Medicare will be preparing earlier than usual this year for the annual enrollment period when they can change health or prescription drug coverage. People can make coverage changes starting Oct. 15, a month earlier than usual. This change ensures Medicare has enough time to process any changes so that coverage begins without interruption…
Renewal begins Nov. 15 Medicare
October 11, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Nearly 25,000 Oregonians are enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans that will go away in 2011, meaning they will need to consider new insurance as Medicare’s big enrollment season gets under way next month. Many other Medicare recipients will want to review their health or drug coverage to make sure they have the best coverage –…
SHIBA needs bi-lingual volunteers to assist seniors
August 11, 2010 by Leave a Comment
On August 5, approximately a dozen local residents assembled at RSVP’s Medford headquarters’ conference room for a special training session. Christy Harms, Administrative Assistant for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program in Jackson County, began by distributing official forms the participants would complete with each client contact. “SHIBA counselors are required to meet bimonthly,” explained the…
Free class explains Medicare
October 12, 2009 by Leave a Comment
SHIBA volunteers will present two free, two-hour classes about Medicare to people with Medicare or those nearing Medicare age. The session will be in Medford on Oct. 22 from 10-12 n or from 6-8 p.m. at the Medford Library’s Adams Room. Seating is limited, please call 541-857-7780 to register. Many people think Medicare is something…
Senator Wyden gets earful on health, focuses on his plan
August 31, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Grants Pass resident Roy Gasso traveled to Medford’s Abraham Lincoln School on August 27 for the occasion. The self-employed consultant had attempted to hear Congressman Peter Di Fazio in Grants Pass but was turned away because of overcrowding. Gasso brandished a sign reading, “Public Option = Affordable Health Care.” As a small business owner, Gasso…
SHIBA discussing Medicare at Eagle Cove
June 22, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Residents nearing the age of 65 are encouraged to attend an informative meeting Thursday, June 25 at 3 p.m. at Eagle Cove. The session will be presented by SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance) under sponsorship of Rogue Valley Manor Community Services. SHIBA has trained volunteers to help people with Medicare make…
New Oregon discount prescription card for all
April 27, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Oregon residents now have an ally in the fight against rising healthcare costs. A new statewide discount prescription drug card program, called Oregon Rx Card, is now available. Oregon Rx Card, which is free to all residents, will provide discounts on both brand and generic medications (average savings are estimated to be around 30%). There…
