That means an estimated 36,345 seniors in Alaska will have the choice of prescription drug plans. Remember, that everyone s needs are different, from those seniors that live in Sitka and Seldovia, to those that live in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Unlike the President s proposal where the federal bureaucrats administer the program and define the benefits seniors will receive, health plans all over the country will offer Medicare beneficiaries prescription drug coverage that best suits their needs. Every beneficiary is guaranteed access to drug plans in their area, which will especially help seniors in Bush Alaska. Very frankly, seniors in Alaska in consultation with their doctors know what makes them feel better.
Seniors also know what they have to pay to feel better.
Unfortunately, many are forced to give up rent or grocery money, in order to live. This is the wrong choice. Seniors will have the option to choose the drug coverage that best fits their needs, rather than just a government-administered benefit, said Rep. Young. Rep. Young added Some believe providing coverage will mean higher premiums. If you are happy with your current health coverage, nothing will change, and your premiums won t go up.