Medicare

Watch Out for the ‘Medigap Trap’

Jan 10 2025

The Medigap trap can snag those who chose Medicare Advantage and plan to switch to traditional Medicare later as their needs change....

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Social Security and Medicare Funding: Is the Sky Falling?

Jan 09 2025

Social Security and Medicare are slowly running out of money, but what does that mean for the retirees counting on them? Actually, it's not all bad news....

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Here We Go Again: The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period

Jan 09 2025

The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (Jan 1–Mar 31) lets you switch plans or adjust coverage. Review your options to ensure your plan fits your 2025 needs!...

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Inbox Questions | Prescription Prices: A Rant and a Response

Jan 09 2025

Today’s episode is part rant, part answer to Mike’s question about the high cost of prescription drugs under Medicare Part D. We dive into why these costs are so steep, explore alternative...

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Silver sneakers program: feedback sought

Jan 06 2025

Happy retirement, all. My husband is retiring in May at 65.5 yrs (so on Medicare) and with our institutional healthcare plan, which happens to be an Advantage plan (Humana, it's negotiated by our stat...

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Moving: Medicare out-of-pocket limit

Jan 05 2025

Since I am moving, I need to switch Medicare C plans. Will the $2,000 Part D out-of-pocket limit be reset to $0 when I switch to new plan? Will the $450 drug deductible I paid to first plan be applied...

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Problems with Medicare Advantage Plans Keep Mounting

Jan 04 2025

Complaints about Medicare Advantage include denial of service and slow care approvals....

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Strategies for Choosing Medicare Options

Dec 31 2024

I turn 65 in a couple of months and am starting to explore the options for Medicare. I have visited the government website to read through that information. And of course I have tossed the millions of...

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Ep 382: Medicare Insurance Basics

Dec 29 2024

Today we are going to be talking about Medicare Insurance. We all need coverage, and unfortunately, insurance coverage can be a mystery to most because it can become so complicated. Let’s go ove...

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Possible upcoming changes to Medicare and Social Security

Dec 27 2024

It seems the incoming administration is thinking about making major changes to Medicare and Social Security. I wonder what people are thinking about this, specifically, significant reductions in cover...

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New Proposal Would Require Insurance Agents To Disclose More About Medicare Advantage Plans

Dec 21 2024

Medicare regulators want beneficiaries to be told explicitly about some potential risks of signing up for Medicare Advantage plans instead of original Medicare....

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Moving from Medicaid to Medicare May Mean Better Care

Dec 13 2024

Medicare accounts for more than 10 percent of federal spending. Medicaid, which covers 90 million low-income workers and disabled people, has the largest enrollment of any government insurance program...

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Medicare Advantage Plans Have Two Caps

Dec 12 2024

It’s good to know that a Medicare Advantage plan has two caps that limit costs, especially since those who elected this coverage face another chance to change plans...

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Medicare supplement G international travel health coverage

Dec 12 2024

Medicare supplement G provides health coverage during overseas travel. There is a $250 deductible and it provides 80% coverage. Has anyone had experience with any claims for this coverage? I’m c...

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Time To Budget For 2025 Medicare Costs

Dec 10 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to plan for the New Year. For older individuals is is especially important to plan for the costs related to Medicare....

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Budget

Trump’s Medicare Trap

Dec 10 2024

Any effort to accelerate the shift to Medicare Advantage could increase federal spending even as it limits the government’s role in insuring health care....

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United Healthcare Medicare supplement - any decent experiences?

Dec 07 2024

I've been reading reddit and other social media about the assassination of United Healthcare's CEO. Murder is wrong. However, many people are so angry at United Healthcare and are expressing their ang...

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How did you get through your last year of work?

Dec 06 2024

Hi everyone! I am just over 6 months from retirement. I am waiting for my husband to be on Medicare and I will be 59 and 1/2. I have seen a financial advisor and was told I could retire now. I have wo...

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What Medicare and Medicaid Could Look Like Under Dr. Oz

Nov 24 2024

President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday nominated the former TV show host to lead the…...

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Best options for medical coverage if you retire before medicare age

Nov 23 2024

I have been seriously contemplating retiring early. My biggest concern is medical coverage. Me and my wife are 56 years old and are looking retire as soon after 59 as possible. We have a 24 year old d...

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Medicare Premiums For 2025 Rise 5.9%, Other Out-Of-Pocket Costs Increase

Nov 21 2024

Medicare Part B premiums and other costs for beneficiaries will increase in 2025....

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Beware Three Medicare Open Enrollment Scams

Nov 20 2024

Crooks are perfecting Medicare Open Enrollment scams to try to steal your money or personal information....

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The Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: Yay Or Nay?

Nov 20 2024

The Medicare Prescription Payment Plan allows a drug plan enrollee to spread their prescription drug costs out over the year....

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Medicare premiums quickly outpace Social Security COLA

Nov 16 2024

In 2025, premiums for Medicare Part B will grow twice as fast as Social Security benefits — and those premiums are deducted straight from the checks....

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Choose Your Medicare Open Enrollment Advisor Carefully

Nov 15 2024

Medicare Open Enrollment period is more complicated than usual this year. It's important to have the right advisor help you navigate the choices....

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Advisors

Medicare Premiums Growing Twice as Fast as Social Security COLA

Nov 14 2024

As CMS announces 2025 Medicare premiums and deductibles, new analysis finds Medicare Part B…...

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Cola

Probably No Surprise: Medicare Part B Will Cost More In 2025

Nov 11 2024

On November 8, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced the Medicare premiums and costs for 2025. Let’s take a quick look at what you need to know....

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Medicare Premiums 2025: IRMAA for Parts B and D

Nov 09 2024

Medicare participants with an income above the threshold must pay a surcharge for Medicare Part B and Part D based on their income....

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What You Will Pay for Medicare in 2025

Nov 09 2024

Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A Medicare Part B and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025....

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Medicare when you're not broke.

Nov 09 2024

Already on A only (dependant on wife's group med). My wife will be retiring in early '25 and although she will go Cobra for a bit, I think I will lose my 'creditable converage' classification. I only ...

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It’s Time to Shop for Medicare, and 2025 Brings Big Changes

Nov 05 2024

Some big, positive changes are coming to Medicare next year. The program’s prescription drug insurance will be much stronger — and easier to understand — as a result of the Inflation...

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Medicare Drug Plans Are Getting Better Next Year. Some Will Also Cost More.

Nov 02 2024

Upcoming changes to the Part D drug benefit, including a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket medication, will benefit millions of Americans. But higher premiums may also be on the way...

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Get Help To Choose The Best Medicare Insurance Plan For You

Nov 01 2024

We worked with a free consultant to get professional advice on the right Medicare Supplement or Medicare Advantage plan....

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Did You Get A Letter That Your Medicare Information Was Hacked?

Nov 01 2024

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is notifying almost 950,000 Medicare beneficiaries that their personally information was compromised in late May 2023....

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Medicare Open Enrollment: Why You Need to Assess Your Insurance Annually and 14 Tips for Getting Great Coverage

Oct 31 2024

It's 2024 Medicare Open Enrollment time. Here are 14 tips for getting great coverage and lowering medical costs. The post Medicare Open Enrollment: Why You Need to Assess Your Insurance Annually and 1...

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Social Security And Medicare Changes For 2025

Oct 31 2024

Most years the changes are not dramatic. But this year the change in your Medicare Advantage plan may be dramatic....

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The Quality Of Medicare Advantage Plans...Ain’t What It Used To Be.

Oct 30 2024

The star ratings for Medicare Advantage plans are dropping. In 2025, only seven plans will have a five-star rating....

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An Intriguing Idea: 5 Reasons We Should Talk About Harris’ Medicare Home-Care Benefit

Oct 29 2024

An examination of long-term care is good for all of us. As someone trying to become more knowledgeable about long-term care, I was surprised and intrigued by Vice President Harris’ proposal to c...

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Navigating Medicare Changes for 2025: What Seniors Should Know

Oct 25 2024

As we approach the Medicare open enrollment period, it’s crucial for seniors to be aware of significant changes affecting their healthcare coverage in 2025. With many insurers adjusting their of...

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Harris vs. Trump on Retirement: How They Stack Up on Social Security, Medicare and More

Oct 24 2024

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Does Medicare Cover Mental Health?

Oct 24 2024

Love it or hate it, Medicare has become one of the major pathways to healthcare in America. With all the ... Read more...

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Master Medicare with These 6 Simple Steps

Oct 24 2024

Learn how to master Medicare and get the coverage you need at the best rate available....

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The Importance of Medicaid for Older Americans

Oct 22 2024

Most people think of Medicare – not Medicaid – when considering government health care for older Americans. However, Medicaid, the program that covers the medical expenses of the poor, spe...

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Expenses

I Saved Hundreds Of Dollars Shopping My Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan

Oct 21 2024

Medicare’s website makes it easy to compare plans and convenient to enroll in a new plan....

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Will We Ever Expand Medicare To Cover Home Care For Elders?

Oct 21 2024

Medicare subsidizing home care for aging adults has been discussed in decades past Now it is part of the political discussion once again. It's all about the cost....

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Can You Sign Up for Medicare While Still on an Employer Health Plan?

Oct 19 2024

When you have private insurance through your employer, signing up for Medicare may still make sense. But beware some serious pitfalls....

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What Could the Election Mean for Social Security and Medicare?

Oct 18 2024

With the presidential election just days away, here's a look at Harris vs. Trump on Social Security and Medicare....

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Did The Medicare Prescription Payment Plan’s Fix Make It Worse?

Oct 16 2024

There are a number of issues with Medicare.gov's Prescription Payment Plan detail charts. They don't appear to be accurate and are probably misleading....

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The Ultimate Guide to Medicare Enrollment in 2024

Oct 16 2024

Melinda Caughill shares the secrets of Medicare enrollment in 2024, what to avoid and how to pick the right coverage. As Medicare Open Enrollment begins, the importance of understanding Medicare and m...

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