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Free presentation on Medicare supplement choices

Democracy for America invites the public to a roundtable discussion on the Medicare supplement choices that Medicare patients must make to complete their insurance coverage.

The complexity of choices from Medicare Advantage to Medigap and ways to cover prescription drug costs will be hosted by Dr. Dwight Michael.  Dr. Michael was a family physician in the Gettysburg area for over thirty years.  The speakers include Chuck Pennacchio, Linda Thompson, Nancy Hendricks, and Dwight Michael. 

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The program will occur on Wed. May 3 at 7:00 p.m. at the YWCA community room.

The distinguished panel has a wealth of experience.  Dr. Pennacchio is Associate Professor of history and politics at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and is the president of the One Payer States network, a founder of the Justice for All Network, and a former aide to four U.S. Senators.  He has been a writer and community organizer for decades. He will address the discrepancies between Medigap and the Medicare Advantage plans.

Linda Thompson has been with the Adams County Office of Aging for 29 years and has provided guidance for the agency’s senior centers, Medicare counseling, volunteer coordination, and outreach. She provides expertise in navigating the whole Medicare health insurance system.

Nancy Hendricks worked as office manager of a physicians’ practice for twenty years and has provided insurance counseling at Homewood at Plum Creek in Hanover.  She has years of experience and expertise in helping Medicare-eligible individuals with their questions on Medicare supplements, Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, and long-term care insurance.

Dr. Michael will provide an overview of the costs, advantages, and risks of the choices seniors must face.  

Please invite your friends to attend this opportunity.

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