NEW NTP Self-Paced Course - Still working & turning 65: Medigap, Part D, & Medicare Advantage

If you delayed enrollment in Medicare because you were still working at 65 and not getting Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits, you should be aware of how that decision can impact your enrollment and timing for Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance, Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D), and Medicare Advantage.

Enroll in the course now! You’ll first be prompted to create a user account if you haven’t done so already. After that, you can launch the course. Check back often as we plan to add more courses in the future.

“Getting Ready for the Medicare Open Enrollment Period” Webinar

September 18, 2018

1:00 – 4:00 pm ET

Join us as we share Medicare Program updates and resources to help those who assist people with Medicare make informed decisions about their 2019 health care coverage.

Space is limited. To register for the webinar, visit cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/moodle/course/view.php?id=24.

Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program: New Resources

You can learn all about the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program by visiting go.cms.gov/mdpp. Check out these resources:

Coach Eligibility Fact Sheet
Link to MDPP Supplier List: It provides the same information as the MDPP Supplier Map, but in a downloadable format.

Can't find the answer to your question on the MDPP website? Visit our FAQs or email the MDPP Mailbox at mdpp@cms.hhs.gov.

Newly Posted Training Materials

Module 0: Getting Started With Medicare

Module 12: Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program

Module 13: Medicare and Other Programs for People With Disabilities

Did You Know?

Wave 5 of the new Medicare cards are being mailed. To learn more about the new card or to check the status of your new card, go to Medicare.gov/newcard/.

September 22nd is Falls Prevention Awareness Day? The National Council on Aging is raising awareness about how to prevent fall-related injuries among older adults. Visit ncoa.org/healthy-aging/falls-prevention/falls-prevention-awareness-day/ for fall prevention videos, a webinar, handouts and infographics.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Medicare Part B (Medical insurance) covers prostate cancer screening for all men over age 50 (beginning the day after your 50th birthday). For more information visit: Medicare.gov/coverage/prostate-cancer-screenings.html#1368.