Medicare
Made Clear

Understand your options.
Ask questions.
Make informed decisions.

A free three-part community education series presented by Russell Medical.

October 8th, 15th, & 22nd

The Community Room
at Russell Medical

10:00am

Attend one session or all three.

Older adults reviewing Medicare information
Community member reviewing information

Medicare Can Be Confusing. You Don't Have To Navigate It Alone.

Russell Medical created Medicare Made Clear to give Medicare beneficiaries, adults approaching eligibility, caregivers and family members a comfortable place to learn and ask questions.

Across three educational sessions, trusted presenters and Russell Medical team members will explain Medicare fundamentals, prescription and supplemental coverage, and the healthcare resources available within our community.

The series is free and open to the public. No previous Medicare knowledge is required.

What You Can Expect

Clear, Practical Information

Presenters will explain commonly used Medicare terms and topics in straightforward language.

Time for Questions

Each session will include a moderated question-and-answer period.

A Welcoming Environment

The series is designed to help you learn without pressure or aggressive solicitation.

Useful Resources

Attendees will receive information and resources they can review after each session.

Flexible Participation

Attend the session most relevant to you, or join us for the complete three-part series.

The Three-Part Series

Session One

Medicare Foundations: Start With the Basics

Thursday, October 8th
10:00am

Build a clearer understanding of Medicare and the questions to consider when reviewing coverage.

Topics will include:

  • Medicare Parts A, B, C and D
  • Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage
  • Where supplemental coverage may fit
  • Important dates and enrollment periods
  • Common Medicare terms
  • Common mistakes and misunderstandings
  • Questions to ask when reviewing coverage
Session One Medicare Made Clear presentation

Session Two

Filling the Gaps: Prescriptions + Supplemental Coverage

Thursday, October 15th
10:00am

Explore prescription drug and supplemental coverage together and learn how they may relate to your healthcare needs and expenses.

Topics will include:

  • Medicare Part D
  • Prescription drug formularies
  • Pharmacy networks
  • Medication-cost resources
  • Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap
  • Dental, vision, and hearing coverage
  • Questions to ask before choosing coverage
Session Two Medicare Made Clear presentation

Session Three

From Coverage to Care: Russell Medical Navigation

Thursday, October 22nd
10:00am

Understand your coverage is important. Knowing how to find and navigate healthcare is the next step.

Topics will include:

  • Finding and working with a primary care provider
  • Understanding referrals
  • Accessing preventive services and screenings
  • Registration and patient-access resources
  • Patient financial services
  • Care-management support
  • MyChart assistance
  • Appointment navigation
Session Three Medicare Made Clear presentation

Who Should Attend?

Medicare Made Clear may be helpful for:

  • Current Medicare beneficiaries
  • Adults approaching Medicare eligibility
  • People reviewing their Medicare coverage
  • Spouses and family members helping with healthcare decisions
  • Caregivers supporting a Medicare beneficiary
  • Community members with questions about prescription or supplemental coverage
  • Anyone interested in learning more about Russell Medical's healthcare-navigation resources

You are welcome to attend even if you are not currently making a coverage change.

Benefits of Participating

Patient speaking with a Russell Medical team member

By attending Medicare Made Clear, you can:

  • Develop a stronger understanding of Medicare
    Terminology
  • Learn how different parts of Medicare work
    together
  • Identify questions to ask when reviewing
    coverage
  • Better understand prescription and
    supplemental coverage
  • Learn about resources that may help with
    medication costs
  • Become more familiar with Russell Medical
    Services
  • Learn how to navigate primary care, referrals
    and preventive services
  • Feel more prepared to discuss healthcare
    decisions with your family or a qualified advisor

Event Details

Thursday, October 8th
Thursday, October 15th
Thursday, October 22nd

All sessions will take place at 10am in The Community Room at Russell Medical.
There is no cost to participate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have additional questions? Feel free to contact:

Matt Fisher
256-215-7478
mfisher@russellmedcenter.com

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