Savvy senior-Changes Coming to Medicare Part D

Dear Savvy Senior,

Should I consider changing my Medicare (Part D) prescription drug plan during open enrollment season? My pharmacist told me that with all the changes coming next year, it would be a good time to shop and compare plans because I could probably find a better deal. What do you think?

Retired Rita

Dear Rita,

Reviewing your Medicare Part D options during the open enrollment season (Nov. 15 – Dec. 31) is actually a smart thing to do every year, but it’s particularly important this year because of all the costs, coverage and plan changes that are coming in 2011. Here’s what you sho...