[February 24, 2015] |
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Getting Online Medicare Information Just Got More Personal
Understanding Medicare and getting help choosing the right coverage has
just gotten easier. MyMedicareMatters.org, the National Council on
Aging's Medicare education website, now offers more personalized tools
and enrollment advice to anyone in search of Medicare information.
MyMedicareMatters.org has always offered Boomers a trusted and friendly
guide to help them evaluate their individual needs, compare their
options, enroll in a plan, and sustain the best coverage. The unbiased
information and assistance of MyMedicareMatters.org remains the same,
but now it's the friendliest Medicare decision tool available.
"The redesigned MyMedicareMatters.org website is optimized to help
consumers access the information most useful and important for them,"
said Jay Greenberg (News - Alert), ScD, Chief Executive Officer of NCOA Services, LLC.
"Most Medicare websites provide large chunks of hard-to-understand
information and leave the consumer on their own to figure out their
options. MyMedicareMatters.org is now a personal experience from
homepage to enrollment."
The updated site includes these important consumer tools:
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Visual learning - Rather than long blocks of information that
are hard to digest, important topics are presented in a more visual
form and technical subjects are now easy-to-follow infographics.
Research has found that people are more comfortable when information
is presented in a visual way and are more likely to electronically
share the information with others.
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Pick-your-situation navigation - Rather than guessing where to
start accessing information, the homepage now offers easy routes to
getting started. Consumers simply have to pick their stage in the
Medicare journey and the site will point them in the direction of the
most relevant information.
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People Like Me - This exciting new tool is a story-based guide
to Medicare. Characters from different life sitations guide users
along the decision journey by sharing their stories and discussing the
steps they took choosing Medicare coverages.
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'What Matters Today' blog - While the basics of Medicare remain
the same, consumers need a place to turn to find out about the small
changes. The new 'What Matters Today' blog will provide information,
reminders about upcoming Medicare changes, and will address the
misinformation about Medicare that often accompanies discussed changes.
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Enhanced MedicareQuickCheck® (MQC) -
Utilizing visual learning techniques, the enhanced MQC can now
dynamically guide users to a personalized report of their Medicare
options, whether they are new to Medicare, eligible for a special
enrollment period, or reviewing optimal coverage options during the
annual enrollment period.
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Resource Library - A new collection of resources including
videos, easy to understand infographics, a glossary of Medicare terms,
and FAQ partly based on questions MMM has received from consumers.
As part of the MyMedicareMatters.org experience, consumers have always
had an option of personal help enrolling in Medicare. For some, that may
mean talking with their local State Health Insurance Program; others can
receive one-on-one assistance from Benefits Advisors (licensed insurance
agents) through the Aon Retiree Health Exchange, a competitive
marketplace that helps guide retirees through the process of selecting
and enrolling in healthcare coverage. This service is at no cost to the
consumer - who only pays for the insurance they choose. The enhanced
website makes reaching this help an even easier process.
"We, and our partners at Aon Retiree Health Exchange, want everyone who
comes to MyMedicareMatters.org to get the best information specifically
designed to help them evaluate their options," said Greenberg. "Medicare
education is a priority for NCOA and Aon Retiree Health Exchange, so we
are pleased that the enhancements to the site create such a
comprehensive, hands-on education experience. MyMedicareMatters.org
isn't just a one-stop source for information; it's a long-term resource
for dealing with Medicare matters."
Try the new, personalized My Medicare Matters experience at
MyMedicareMatters.org.
About NCOA
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a respected national leader and
trusted partner to help people aged 60+ meet the challenges of aging.
Our mission is to improve the lives of millions of older adults,
especially those who are struggling. Through innovative community
programs and services, online help, and advocacy, NCOA is partnering
with nonprofit organizations, government, and business to improve the
health and economic security of 10 million older adults by 2020. Learn
more at ncoa.org
and @NCOAging.
About My Medicare Matters®
NCOA's My Medicare Matters® is an innovative educational tool that helps
individuals understand, navigate, and make the most of their Medicare
coverage. The site is built on a strategic partnership between NCOA
Services and Aon Retiree Health Exchange. For more information, visit MyMedicareMatters.org
and @MyMedicareNCOA.
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