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Seniors Invited to Get the 'Straight Talk' on Medicare Changes

Medicare Part D to be Discussed at Free Community Forum in Santa Monica

(January 20, 2006) — Healthcare options for seniors including Medicare’s new prescription drug program will be among the topics discussed at a special community forum open to all Medicare-eligible individuals. The event, hosted by SCAN Health Plan, will be held Wednesday, February 15, at 9 a.m. at the Doubletree Guest Suites hotel at 1707 Fourth Street in Santa Monica.

The recent Medicare changes mean not only more information to consider, but also more choices to make. These educational seminars are designed to help seniors understand their options and make informed decisions about their healthcare. There is no charge to attend, but reservations are encouraged. Call toll- free (877) 452-5896.

Founded in 1977, SCAN is one of the four largest Medicare Advantage Plans in all of California and consistently ranks as one of the state’s fastest growing. SCAN currently serves nearly 80,000 seniors in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties. In addition to its health plan, SCAN also manages one of the largest and most successful Multi-Purpose Senior Service Projects (MSSP) in California providing community-based, long-term care and in-home personal-care coordination for low-income frail seniors. Further information may be obtained at www.scanhealthplan.com.