The Social Security & Medicare Handbook: What You Need to Know Explained Simply

by Leonard, V. R.

• ISBN13: 9781601381323
• ISBN10: 1601381328
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-07-30
• Publisher: Atlantic Pub Co

Summary

Understand the Social Security and Medicare systems so that you can better plan for your future. Once you understand how the system works, you'll be able to understand how to apply for these government benefits and what to do if your case is denied.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. 7
Introduction: Why You Need This Book	p. 15
What Is Social Security?	p. 21
Retirement Benefits	p. 51
Disability Benefits	p. 71
Other Programs & Benefits	p. 97
Employer/Employee Responsibilities	p. 107
Programs Outside Social Security	p. 153
System In Danger	p. 167
Help! I Have Been Denied	p. 177
Insight from the Professionals	p. 183
Medicare: What Is It?	p. 215
More About Medicare	p. 227
Highlights	p. 239
Conclusion	p. 255
Appendix A	p. 257
Appendix B	p. 263
Bibliography	p. 273
Author Dedication & Biography	p. 285
Index	p. 287
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