Medicare-eligible State of Maryland retirees will no longer receive prescription drug coverage under the Maryland State health plan, effective Jan. 1, 2019. These Medicare-eligible State of Maryland retirees have until Dec. 31, 2018, to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan for prescription drugs, at their cost, to ensure there is no gap in their coverage.
Choosing a new prescription drug plan and navigating the Medicare maze can be confusing. MAC, Inc., is ready to help. MAC will offer a how-to program for do-it-yourselfers who would like to handle their Medicare enrollment themselves online. The program will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 13, at MAC, Inc. Space is limited and registration is required. The registration deadline is 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9. To register, or for more information, call 410-742-0505, ext. 113. This is a free service.