MEDICARE PART D: Katrina Relief Not Likely To Stall Part D

Article Overview

This news article covers the political and budgetary debate surrounding proposals to delay Medicare Part D in order to offset Hurricane Katrina relief and reconstruction costs. It summarizes arguments from fiscal conservatives, congressional leadership, and the White House, and places the discussion in the context of Medicare spending, long-term liabilities, and the Medicare Modernization Act. The article is relevant to readers tracking federal health policy, Medicare legislation, and the budget implications of major entitlement programs.