Congress Examines Tweaking Medicare

by Julie Rovner, NPR

Although many seniors are happy with the heath coverage they get through Medicare, the program may be unable to cope with the onslaught of 78 million baby boomers who are nearing retirement. Congress is trying to find a way to make Medicare more efficient by creating new systems that reward higher quality care.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, September 22, 2009