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Also, the Blue Shield plan lists CVS as a preferred pharmacy, so if you decide to enroll in the
Blue Shield plan for the last two months of this year, you should get your prescriptions filled at
CVS. Then in 2019 you would start getting your prescriptions filled at Walgreens, where you can
save almost $700 compared to getting refills at CVS.

If you decide it’s too much hassle to switch plans in December, you can enroll in November in
the AARP Medicare Rx Walgreens plan, although you will lose $200 by not switching.

John, let me know if you have any questions. Also, there are a couple of things to keep in mind
as you make the transition to Medicare as your primary coverage. On your initial visits to your
doctors after November 1, show the office staff your new enrollment cards for Medicare A&B,
your Medigap policy and your Part D stand-alone plan. And show your Part D enrollment card
to the pharmacy you go to. That will help to avoid any billing confusion.

Also, you’re entitled to a free “Welcome to Medicare” physical (see page 11 of the evaluation),
but you’ll probably have to request it. And if you haven’t yet had your flu shot, after November
1 that is free if you go to provider who accepts Medicare-approved rates.

Sincerely,

David Armes
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