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Medicare program; premium rate for the uninsured aged--HHS. General notice
Federal Register
|September 7, 1983
Summary
Medicare announced the monthly hospital insurance premium for uninsured seniors. This premium applies for the 12 months starting January 1, 1984.
Area of Science:
- Health Policy
- Gerontology
- Public Health
Background:
- Medicare provides hospital insurance to eligible individuals.
- A specific premium rate is established for the uninsured aged population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To announce the official Medicare hospital insurance premium rate.
- To inform uninsured elderly individuals about their insurance costs for 1984.
Main Methods:
- Administrative announcement.
- Publication of official premium rates.
Main Results:
- The monthly Medicare hospital insurance premium for the uninsured aged was set.
- The premium is effective for the 12-month period beginning January 1, 1984.
Conclusions:
- The established premium ensures continued hospital insurance coverage for uninsured seniors.
- This announcement facilitates financial planning for the elderly regarding healthcare costs.