The Kaiser Family Foundation has commissioned a series of papers to explore key issues that may be of concern for Medicare beneficiaries as the new Medicare drug benefit is implemented. These papers focus on specific areas of potential concern for people with Medicare. In addition, the Foundation also has produced a timeline of upcoming important dates leading up to the implementation of the new drug benefit.

 Issue Paper -- Marketing and Privacy Issues: An Analysis of the MMA and Proposed Regulations

 Issue Paper -- Issues for Medicare Beneficiaries in Long-Term Care Facilities: An Analysis of the MMA and Proposed Regulations

 Issue Paper -- Grievance and Appeals Procedures: An Analysis of the MMA and Proposed Regulations

 Issue Paper -- The Effect of Formularies and Other Cost Management Tools on Access to Medications: An Analysis of the MMA and Proposed Regulations

 Timeline -- Medicare Prescription Drug Improvement and Modernization Act Implementation Timeline: June 2004 - December 2006 Key Dates