“Nearly half of beneficiaries don’t know the difference between Medicare and MA: survey”

 

“Nearly half of beneficiaries don’t know the difference between Medicare and MA: survey,” by Noah Tong, Fierce Healthcare

“The U.S. healthcare system remains complex and inaccessible, leaving many seniors feeling uninformed, according to a new survey from digital health company DUOS. The new national consumer survey found 49% of respondents did not know the difference between Medicare and Medicare Advantage, and 77% said they are concerned about the well-being of older family members.”

LTC Comment, Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform:

People can’t navigate the complicated government-dominated health care system. Insurance agents help. So government seeks to cut out agents or cap their compensation. Go figure.