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May 2024



National Training Program
May is ALS Awareness Month

Join the National ALS Registry

May is dedicated to raising awareness about ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease) and the people affected by it. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. The causes of ALS are unknown, and there’s currently no cure. Therefore, research is critical to helping scientists and persons living with ALS better understand the disease.

The National ALS Registry [ https://www.cdc.gov/als/ ], a program that collects, manages, and analyzes data about persons with ALS, focuses on collecting information to help scientists learn more about who gets ALS, its potential causes, and possible treatments. Researchers count on the participation of people living with ALS because it helps connect those with the disease to researchers looking for answers.

If someone you know has a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS, they may be eligible to get Medicare. Visit Medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/other-paths [ https://www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/other-paths ] to learn about signing up for Medicare.



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2024 CMS National Training Program (NTP) Workshops

Mark your calendars! Registration for the 2024 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) NTP workshops will open in June. These virtual and in-person workshops will share valuable program information and updates you won’t want to miss. You’ll get an email with registration information. We hope you’ll join us!

*Virtual Workshops (1p.m.-3:30p.m. ET)*


* Tuesday, July 23 – Social Security & Medicare Enrollment
* Wednesday, July 24 – Medicare Advantage
* Thursday, July 25 – Coordination of Benefits
* Tuesday, July 30 – Current Topics
* Wednesday, July 31 – Medicare.gov Plan Finder
* Thursday, August 1 – Medigap

*In-person Workshops*


* August 6–8 – Colorado Springs, Colorado
* August 13–15 – Woodbridge, New Jersey

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Updated NTP Training Materials

* Medicare Advantage & Other Medicare Health Plans [ https://cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/sites/default/files/shared/Medicare%20Advantage%20%26%20Other%20Medicare%20Health%20Plans_FINAL-508.pptx ]
* Medicare for People with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) (Spanish version) [ https://cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/sites/default/files/shared/Spanish_Medicare%20for%20People%20with%20ESRD_FINAL-508.pptx ] [ https://cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/sites/default/files/shared/Medicare%20for%20People%20with%20ESRD_FINAL-508.pptx ]

Visit CMSnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/resources [ https://cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/resources ] to view our training materials.

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NTP Webinar Recordings

Understanding Medicare: Day 1 and Day 2 (recorded April 16–17, 2024) [ https://cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/full-catalog?keys=Understanding%20Medicare ]

This 2-day interactive training webinar covered Medicare Program basics.

*Topics for each day*


* *Day 1*—Medicare enrollment and eligibility; SSA and CMS roles and responsibilities; cost and coverage under Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance); why enrolling on time is important; and an overview of Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) policies.
* *Day 2*—Medicare drug coverage (Part D); Medicare Advantage Plans; coordination of benefits; how to detect and report suspected Medicare fraud, waste, and abuse; and different resources to help you find answers to Medicare policy and coverage questions.

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Did You Know?

* *Mental Health Awareness Month* – Every May, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) works to increase awareness about the vital role mental health plays in our overall health and well-being. You can review SAMHSA’s resources and information [ https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health-awareness-month ]. 
* *National Physical Fitness and Sports Month* – The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) is highlighting the important relationship between physical activity and mental health this year. For people of all ages, leading an active lifestyle not only enhances physical fitness but also contributes significantly to mental well-being. You can review ODPHP’s resources [ https://health.gov/news/202405/get-active-support-your-mental-health-during-national-physical-fitness-and-sports-month ]. 
* *Older Americans Month* – Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), this year’s theme is “Powered by Connection,” which recognizes the impact relationships can have on our health and well-being. You can review the resources [ https://acl.gov/oam/2024/older-americans-month-2024 ].

You can find the latest news about Medicare by visiting the CMS Newsroom [ https://www.cms.gov/Newsroom ].

National Training Program, Office of Communications


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