KATIE'S STORY
Dual Eligibility Can Prevent Impossible Choices, If People Are Told They Qualify
As someone enrolled in Medicare and living on a fixed income, Katie was concerned when she learned a medication she needed for the rest of her life would cost $2,100 out of pocket every three months.
She contacted her doctor, who helped her enroll in Medicaid. Now with both Medicare and Medicaid coverage, Katie gets her medication without worrying if she’ll need to skip grocery shopping to make up the difference.
People who may be dually eligible need help understanding their options and enrolling in plans that meet their unique needs.
Most doctors don’t have the time or expertise to help patients enroll in Medicaid—but ensuring people who may be dually eligible have access to neutral third parties to discuss their options helps them make informed decisions.
