In a stunning case of health care fraud, four pharmacists have been sentenced for their roles in a conspiracy that caused over $13 million in losses to Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance provider Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

Medicare beneficiaries can choose from several Medicare Advantage plans, but not all are created equal. With approximately 43 Medicare Advantage plans on average, distinguishing between high-quality plans and less desirable ones requires more than merely skimming through the plan's glossy marketing materials.