How familiar are physicians and pharmacists with the Medicare Part D plan? What is the anticipated impact on physicians' practices? Assessment of how well informed patients are about the plan. What are patients asking about Medicare Part D? Volume of patient inquiries. How those questions are being answered? What educational materials about Part D have physicians and pharmacists  received? What is the value of these materials? What are the sources? How prepared are pharmacists and physicians to speak with patients about insurance plans and their formularies? What are the action plans of providers during this introductory phase? How should insurers communicate with prescribers, pharmacists, and patients? Other opinions on the plan, its goals, and the chances for success.

"It takes lots of time to really sit down and help my patients. It is not information I need, it's time." "I do not have a plan." "I am trying to get more information." "Various plans have sent their pamphlets and Medicare has sent info, but it got to be so much, I just gave up."     Contact Bill Little or Greg Cross at (315) 492-2905, or click on "Order Form". Final report will be available by February 1, 2006.