Updated annually, this book provides concise easy-to-read descriptions of the Medicare and Medicaid federal health insurance programs for the aged, disabled and indigent. Includes legislative changes that affect all parts of Medicare, including Medicare Advantage and the prescription drug benefit. Updates to this editon include: Medicare and Medicaid program highlights for 2012, including PPACA changes Medicare deductibles and copayments for 2012 New Part B premium information and explanation of new calculation method for the premiums Changes to enrollment in new 5-star Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans explained