Medicare and its various supplemental plans offers comprehansive health coverage for aging and retired Americans. While this is a "right of passage" for those in their 60s, this program can be complicated and confusing. Idiot's Guides: Medicare is an easy-to-understand guide that explains all of the rules, processes, and benefits-- and how to maximize those benefits. Beginning with a brief background on what Medicare is and why it was established, the book explores all parts of the program, including the prescription drug program, Part D. It also offers tips on closing Medicare coverage gaps and what the future of Medicare may entail.