Reducing Social Security and Medicare Benefits: Addressing Issues of Excessive Charges and Double Dipping
Scope and Contents
The letter is addressed to Congressman Jon¢ Way 30 Welfare i Shopper chairmen and discusses the issue of reducing Social Security and Medicare benefits. The author claims that healthcare providers are becoming millionaires by overcharging Medicare and provides examples of excessive charges from doctors and hospitals. The author suggests that cutting unjust charges would save millions of dollars and prevent the need to reduce benefits. They also criticize the concept of double dipping and question the legitimacy of President Reagans mandate. The author urges the Congressman to consider reducing taxes and costs for both Republicans and Democrats, without harming the poor or low-income individuals. The letter is signed by XK. L. Glover.
Dates
- Creation: 1981
Creator
Language of Materials
English
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Full Extent
3 pages
Abstract
97th (1981-1983)
General
Social Welfare, Labor and Employment
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository
