I have a monthly deduction from my Social security for Medicare.  Dental visits are not covered, eye care is not covered.  I also have a private suplimental policy to help cover the expenses that Medicare either doesn't cover or only partially covers.  I also have to pay into a private drug program.  John, you really need a fact checker and shouldn't damn all Medicare recepients because of a very small minority.  You should try again and this time tell the whole story.  Medicaid, is what has been draining the system.  I'll tell you what John, I'll trade my medicare covereage for your, deal?