HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Mark McClellan have introduced a new program to help beneficiaries make the most of their health care and coverage choices with the My Health.My Medicare campaign.

“My Health.My Medicare is the next step in helping the 43 million Americans with Medicare make the most of their benefits, so they can stay healthier and spend less on their medical care,” said Dr. McClellan. “By providing personalized assistance – online, on the phone and in person, with the help of partners all across the country — we can help beneficiaries and their families make informed and confident choices about their health and Medicare coverage.”

Partners called upon to participate include the AARP, Medicare Today, the National Caucus and Center on Black Aged and the Annapolis State Health Insurance Program.

Fall is the time for beneficiaries to make changes or enroll in new prescription drug plans, between November 15 and December 31. For information on My Health.My Medicare, see the CMS website.