Older Americans have ways to protect against high out-of-pocket health care costs, but it’s important to understand the trade ...

On Sept. 27, 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the 2023 standard monthly premium and ...

Expect to see Medicare grow slightly more expensive following last year’s unusual price drop. In January 2024, most U.S.

In addition to the Part D Benefit Redesign, the IRA’s Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP) went into effect beginning January 1, 2025. The ...

It’s easy to enroll correctly in Medicare Part A and Part B, but listening to misinformed friends can cause serious issues ...

Medicare enrollment requires a person to be a permanent United States resident for 5 years or more. Read on for more ...

I retired from my employer of 20 years last June when I turned 66, I enrolled in COBRA, which began July 1, instead of enrolling ...

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Lawmakers and providers need to step in before the program’s financial stability is threatened, Ron Williams, Diane Hansen, ...

The number of psychiatrists submitting more than 10 claims to Medicare Part B decreased by 16.8% from 2014 to 2022.

This "birthday rule" for Medigap insurance can help participants in certain states save big money by purchasing cheaper plans ...

If you did not apply for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) within 3 months before or after turning age 65, you have another ...