Medicare Advantage Information
The passing of the Balanced Budget Act (BBA) started the first of many changes for Medicare coverage. With it came the establishment of the Medicare Advantage program.
Rather than forcing changes on Medicare beneficiaries, the Medicare Advantage program means that, depending upon the options available in your area, you may have a choice in the way you receive healthcare.
If you are happy with your current healthcare coverage, most likely called the Original Medicare Plan, you do not have to do anything. We would however, encourage you to take a look at the new options, because one of the choices may be right for you.
It is important for you to know what types of plans will be available under Medicare Advantage, so you can make an informed decision about your healthcare. Primarily, the emphasis is on managed care, with some twists. The following is a brief description of a few of the options that have been developed:
For more information on Medicare Advantage click on the following:
If you have questions, please contact either of the following:
The Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) Program
- Toll free: (800) 860-5260
Contact KFMC
- By mail: 2947 S.W. Wanamaker Drive, Topeka, KS 66614
- Phone: (785) 273-2552 or
- Toll free: (800) 432-0407
See also the The Kansas Area Agencies on Aging Association 
for a listing of agencies in your area.