Petri on Medicare Part D...

Petri on the complexity of the program:

Senior citizens all across the country are confused about the new Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit - and I don't blame them.

Congress wanted to craft a plan that would encourage private insurers to compete against each other to offer the most attractive federally-subsidized plans possible at reasonable rates. The response from insurers has been strong, which is a good thing. But it also means that seniors need to research their options carefully to find the best deal available.

But, not to worry, because he is willing to help you out!

To help people navigate through this important addition to Medicare, I am hosting two Town Meetings on Prescription Drug Benefits on Friday, Dec. 2. Joining me for the meetings will be Peter Leonis, Government Affairs Liaison at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Mr. Leonis will make a presentation on the new program and will participate in a question and answer session.

The first meeting will take place Dec. 2 from 10 to 11 am at the Sheboygan Senior Center at 428 Wisconsin Ave. in Sheboygan. Registration begins at 9:30 am.

The second meeting will take place Dec. 2 from 2 to 3 pm at the Beaver Dam Senior Center, 114 East Third Street in Beaver Dam. Registration begins at 1:30 pm.

So, let's get this straight of the 600,000 plus residents of Wisconsin's 6th District, Petri will sort this confusing drug benefit by hosting two one-hour sessions.

Thanks....?

I urge everyone to show up and let him know exactly what you think of this 'benefit'.