Uncertainty about federal food assistance and health-care subsidies is dominating much of the public's attention. But two other deeply concerning developments are underway, quietly hurting many Arkansas senior citizens.

It's Open Enrollment for Arkansans on Medicare, and several large hospital groups are jeopardizing their patients' medical coverage. They are sending them straight into the lion's den, and as a health-care broker, I am worried and dismayed.

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for Americans ages 65 and older or have certain disabilities.

Each year, participants may change their medical or drug plans during the annual election period, known as Open Enrollment, from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. They may switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage or vice ver

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