Description:In the past seven years, since the publication of the last edition, significant legislative changes have taken place that affect the lives of anyone living with MS. Trying to decipher new laws can be overwhelming, even for the most educated individual. This updated edition of a comprehensive legal reference for MS patients incorporates recent legislative changes affecting MS patients. The book answers such questions as: Can I return to work without compromising my long-term SSDI benefits? How does the expansion of Medicare Part D affect me? What about the new bankruptcy laws? Other topics include how homeland security regulations affect disabled travelers, private medical insurance issues, new laws regarding Medicare Part B, and more. Written for the layperson, this book helps MS patients take charge of their future and act in their own best interest.