A recent New York Times article explores the growing role of supplemental benefits in Medicare Advantage—from transportation and fitness programs to allowances for over-the-counter items and groceries—examining both the policy debates surrounding these offerings and their impact on seniors’ daily lives.
We’re proud to share that Lorinda Destrini, a valued member of our Medicare Advantage Enrollee Advisory Group, was interviewed for the piece. Lorinda shared her firsthand experience utilizing her plan’s healthy food allowances and rides to medical appointments, bringing an essential beneficiary perspective to national discussions on how supplemental benefits support older adults facing rising everyday costs.
Read the full article in The New York Times →