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Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
Publ.Date : Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:05:07 GMT+00:00
Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:53:43 GMT+00:00
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Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:29:01 GMT+00:00
Publ.Date : Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:31:22 GMT+00:00
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Canadian Online Pharmacies a
Safety-Net for Medicare Prescription Gaps
by David MacKay
Licensed Canadian Pharmacies may prove to be a vital lifeline for U.S.
seniors that face inadequate coverage under the new Medicare prescription drug
program starting in 2006. Canada's online pharmacy expert goes on tour in the
U.S. to speak to seniors about their options and help them make informed
decisions.
Vancouver, Canada (PRWEB via PR Web
Direct) September 13, 2005 -– Medicare's new Prescription Drug coverage
(Part D) begins in 2006 and American seniors are struggling to assess and
understand the complexity of the program and what it means for them. Even
professional caregivers find themselves confused and concerned about the gaps in
coverage and the high cost of premiums and deductibles. But of particular
concern is the now infamous "donut hole" between the initial and catastrophic
coverage, where patients must pay for 100% of their prescription costs.
As well, seniors must carefully select a plan that meets their own prescription
needs. Each plan can vary in terms of actual drug coverage and cost of premiums.
Many seniors fear large annual hikes in the premiums after enrollment and
possible reduction of other Medicare benefits. But their greatest concern –
plans that do not cover the drugs they take or arbitrary shifts in coverage at
the whim of the drug companies. Even with coverage the overall savings may be
marginal for some.
Although the new Medicare drug coverage will benefit some patients, there will
likely be many that will slip through the cracks or receive only partial
coverage.
One way to mitigate Medicare shortfalls is to order prescriptions by mail from
Canada. For 5 years, American patients have saved between 30 – 70% on drugs
dispensed by licensed Canadian pharmacies and enjoy the convenience of having
their medications shipped to their doorstep. Analysis shows that purchasing from
a Canadian pharmacy may be an ideal way to shore up the gaps in any prescription
coverage including Medicare.
The former executive director of the Canadian International Pharmacy
Association, David MacKay, will be touring U.S. communities speaking to seniors,
caregivers and advocacy groups about a range of solutions that includes
undistorted facts about Canadian pharmacy services. The tour is sponsored by
CanadaWayDrugs (www.canadawaydrugs.com),
a reputable pharmacy licensed in the province of British Columbia.
MacKay emphasizes that "we don't intend to present the Canadian option as
opposition to Medicare but rather as a compliment to it. The needs of each
patient are different but the golden rule is that when you are faced with paying
for a drug entirely out-of-pocket, Canada is an ideal solution. Therefore, the
overall wisest strategy may be to take advantage of both programs."
MacKay says he intends to address the concerns about the new Medicare coverage
by demonstrating how savings from Canada can buffer seniors against the
program's shortfalls and coverage gaps. "I have talked to thousands of seniors
and caregivers and they are confused and dismayed. We plan to show them a
balanced menu of solutions to help them make smart choices."
A helpful tool that automatically calculates Medicare drug expenses can be found
on the AARP website at
http://sites.stockpoint.com/AARP/drugbenefit.asp or soon at
www.canadawaydrugs.com
If your group or organization would like to schedule a presentation by David
MacKay please call CanadaWayDrugs toll free at 1-877-507-3061 or e-mail e-mail
protected from spam bots.
www.CanadaWayDrugs.com
is a licensed Canadian pharmacy located in Vancouver, British Columbia that has
been servicing American patients safely for 5 years.
Media Contact:
David MacKay
Ph. (407) 276-7197
http://www.CanadaWayDrugs.com
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