{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "rows": [["http://adriansmith.house.gov/medicare-open-enrollment-lasts-until-december-7", "Medicare Open Enrollment Lasts Until December 7", "2013-11-01", "2013", "2013-11", "Republican", "House", "NE", "Adrian Smith", "S001172", "adriansmith.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Medicare Open Enrollment is going on now which means seniors have the opportunity to review and change their Medicare Part D prescription drug plans until December 7th. \u00a0\nIt is important to note Medicare beneficiaries satisfied with their current coverage do not have to take any action during the open enrollment period.\u00a0 However, it is strongly recommended all Medicare enrollees review their options to ensure the plan they are in remains the best plan to meet their needs.\nAs with many government programs, maneuvering through all the conflicting information and red tape can be confusing and frustrating.\u00a0 It can be difficult for seniors to decide which plan is the best for them and their health needs.\u00a0 I encourage all seniors to get as much information possible in order to make the best decision for your unique health needs and budget.\nYou can learn about different options, check your current enrollment, and apply for a plan online by visiting https://medicare.gov.\u00a0 You also can call Medicare and speak to an expert directly by dialing 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).\u00a0\nNebraskans can contact the Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) for more information and for help selecting the best plan for your needs.\u00a0 SHIIP counselors provide free, accurate, and objective information to help seniors make well informed decisions regarding their health care.\u00a0 You can reach Nebraska SHIIP at 1-800-234-7119 or https://www.doi.nebraska.gov/shiip. \u00a0\nI also invite seniors to attend my Senior Services Fair at the Grand Generation Center, 304 East 3rd Street in Grand Island on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. (CT).\u00a0 At the fair, seniors and caregivers will be able to meet with and ask questions directly to SHIIP experts.\u00a0 In order to find the plan which best meets their needs, attendees should bring a complete list of their prescriptions including dosing information.\u00a0 I also would encourage you to get information about your health care coverage options by speaking to your insurance agent.\nMy staff and I are always here to help answer questions and connect Nebraskans with the right resources and information.\u00a0 Those needing assistance with Medicare coverage, or any other federal program, can call my office anytime.\u00a0\nFinally, it pays to be cautious and vigilant for identity theft.\u00a0 Criminals may try to take advantage of the open enrollment period to gain access to personal identifying information.\u00a0 Never give out your personal information such as your Social Security number unless you are sure with whom you are speaking, or if you did not initiate the call or contact.\u00a0 Feel free to call my office to help confirm a request is real before giving away your personal information.\nMedicare is an important program to millions of Americans, including many in Nebraska\u2019s Third District.\u00a0 During this open enrollment period, I hope seniors will utilize all of the resources available to help choose the right plan.", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"]], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "primary_key_values": ["http://adriansmith.house.gov/medicare-open-enrollment-lasts-until-december-7"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 0.7309108041226864, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}