Insurers are hustling to sign up eligible customers to Medicare Part D plans before the May 15 deadline, the Wall Street Journal reports. After that point new sign ups will have to pay stiffer premiums, a stipulation designed to encourage participation. Companies aren't sure quite what to expect, however, as a lot of potential enrollees appear to be sitting on the fence, distracted by the media controversy over the benefit. Others are simply unaware that a deadline is approaching.
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