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Medicare program; premium rate for the uninsured aged--HHS. General notice

    Federal Register
    |September 7, 1983
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    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.

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