“Freedom and Unity” and Excellent Health
February 28, 2008
If you’ve ever wondered which of our 50 states has the healthiest populace, wonder no longer – someone’s keeping track. For the first time in its 18 years of rankings, the United Health Foundation has placed Vermont at number 1. The Green Mountain State has been steadily climbing in the rankings since taking 8th in 2001, up from an initial position of 16th in 1990.
- Second place went to Minnesota, down from its 1st place finish the last 4 years and in 7 other years since 1990.
- Third place went to Hawaii, followed by New Hampshire, Connecticut and Utah.
Better Website for Medicare RX Plans
October 18, 2007
The Federal Government has launched a more user-friendly website that lets Medicare enrollees compare the various prescription drug plans and benefits options offered in their communities. A new five-star rating system lets users compare Medicare prescription drug plans based on access to care, quality of care, customer satisfaction and other measures. Website users can also compare and sort plans by annual costs - including prescriptions, monthly premiums, coverage levels in the so-called “doughnut hole” and other factors - and view the information in one chart.
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