Medicare overhaul adds drug benefit and private competition
Washington reports Congress passes historic Medicare legislation after years of gridlock. The bill combines a new prescription drug benefit with private insurance options for 400 million beneficiaries, amid party divides and forecasts of rising premiums and deductibles through 2013.
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Medicare bill clears Senate with sweeping changes
The Senate approved a 395 billion plan by a 55 to 44 vote, sending it to President Bush for signing. The package outlines drug coverage with a $35 monthly premium, $250 deductible, and 75 percent coverage up to 2250, plus phased subsidies for low income and retirees. It envisions private firms administering benefits, regional drug plans, and expanded private competition starting 2010 in six metros, with cost controls and tax-related savings to fund Medicare reforms.
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Courage Defined: 89 Year Old Mrs Hill Speaks Her Mind
In Baytown the 1932 Robert E. Lee High School graduate and Ross S. Sterling niece shares her views on football and aging with wit and grace. At 89 she remains unafraid to speak her truth and enjoy life, continuing Deana Nall’s Wednesday column.
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