They will aslo help in resolving problems wioth Medicare, insurance companies and HMOs, as well as providing insight into understanding the benefits and restrictions available with various plans, and helping beneficiaries understand changes in Medicare. This site features information about treatment, prevention, policy and what the consumer can do to get involved, a mailing list, and links to the latest topical news.
Site features health news stories, sections devoted to men's, women's and children's health.
The Center for Health and Public Policy Studies researches health and policy issues in and around California. The Center also supports public policies that help to promote health and prevent disease. The site has information on health insurance, health policy research, tobacco control, Medicaid managed care, publications, and links to other Internet sites. The site features frequently called telephone numbers, list of organizations, links to health related sites, press release, state forms, and statisical resources. It provides beneficiary education on their Medicare rights, managed care plan options, benefits, etc.