Medicare volunteers aid Iowa seniors with health info program
Volunteers counsel patients about Iowa's Senior Health Insurance Information Program and rollout a patient portal this fall. They urge patients to check carrier coverage and use counselors 24/7 for cost estimates. The goal is to help uninsured or underinsured see if discounts apply and to compare costs via tools linked from Mercy site. University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics noted for pre surgical coverage checks.
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Session sets stage for 2012 election
The 2011 split control Iowa Legislature spurred strong candidate recruitment for both parties. Senate Majority Leader Gronstal and others see opportunities to gain seats as redistricting leaves many districts without incumbents. Republicans anticipate intra party challenges before the 2012 election, while Democrats aim to avoid primaries.
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