Medical Insurance Practices of the Military Elderly: Supplements to Medicare

摘要

The purpose of this study was to determine the effects knowledge of the MilitaryHealth Service System had on possession of sufficient supplemental health insurance for elderly beneficiaries. A total of 274 Medicare-eligible military beneficiaries completed a self-report questionnaire. Medicare 'Part B' was not carried by 22% of the respondents. They felt the military owed them comprehensive care. Almost half (43%) did not feel supplemental insurance was required. Again, they had been promised free medical care by the military. Correct knowledge of the Military Health Service System was found to significantly influence the retirees possession of sufficient medical insurance. This study supports a growing need to enhance communications with the military retired population concerning their health insurance practices and investments.... Dually eligible beneficiaries, Medicare VS. Military elderly, Insurance supplements.