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Why You Should Expect a Lower Social Security COLA for 2025

Avoid the COLA social security dip in 2025 with a Health Savings Account...

The Medicare Trustees Report Contained No Bad News. Now for the Bad Part.

Expenditures are high and projected to rise because national healthcare costs are out of control. The 2024 Medicare Trustees Report (released this spring) got almost no attention, contained no bad new...

What Is Phased Retirement And Should You Consider It?

Explore phased retirement and its benefits for financial security, health, and personal fulfillment. Learn if this gradual approach to retirement is right for you....

A Guide to Medical Malpractice

Medical providers play a crucial role in your health and well-being, so expecting them to perform their duties with care ... Read more...

Medicaid Expansion Opened a New Door for Disabled Blacks, Hispanics

The Medicaid expansion in 41 states that began a decade ago has helped low-income workers in numerous ways. Millions have gained health insurance for the first time under the program, which saves live...

Did anyone retire exactly how they planned to 45 years ago?

The biggest thing I didn’t think about were health insurance costs and ended up waiting till I was 65. I think if there had been health care for everyone, I would have retired much earlier. The ...

The things people actually say before you leave the job

I'm a leader in a healthcare organization IT department. My team works on Population Health and Regulatory/Quality functions. It's been about a week since my departure was announced. No one has shown ...

What To Do If The $2,000 Cap Jeopardizes Your Employer Drug Coverage

The new Part D cap on out-of-pocket costs, could cause trouble for people on Employer Health Plans that will no longer be credible....

Washington State Establishes a Long-Term Care Program

Long-term care is the major uninsured expense for most retirees. Neither private health insurance nor Medicare covers long-term care expenses, although Medicare provides for care in a skilled nursing ...

Medicare Part B and retirement timing

I’m still working and have employer’s health care coverage. I already get my SS and signed up for Medicare Part A. I plan on retiring in January 2025. How soon should I apply for Medicare ...

Despite Medicare, 1 in 5 Retirees Have Medical Debt

Two people in my family who are independent contractors and lack employer health insurance happen to be turning 65 this year and will finally be eligible for Medicare. Hallelujah! A report by KFF, the...

Mental Health’s Impact On Life Insurance Coverage And Pricing

Many of us experience mental health conditions or know someone close to us who does. Life is stressful and it only seems to get more stressful over time. The difficulties of day-to-day life can cause ...

Are You Making This Costly Marketing Mistake in Your Medical Practice?

Most healthcare providers don't learn basic marketing principles during training. This lack of knowledge can cause a financial setback. The post Are You Making This Costly Marketing Mistake in Your Me...

Medicare Finances: A 2024 Update

While U.S. healthcare costs as a percentage of GDP are by far the highest in the developed world, the news from the 2024 Medicare Trustees Report is relatively good. It is true that the Hospital Insur...

Organizing Medical Records - Suggestions? Resources? Forms? Successes? Tools?

I'm retired, I have gotten our finances organized, next step is getting health records organized for both of us. seems every doctor has different questions on past medical conditions, How do I put tog...

Surprising Finding: Tooth Loss Associated With Increased Dementia Risk

We may not think that gum disease and tooth loss can be risks for dementia. Solid research shows that they are. Attend to aging parents' oral health....

The Best Places To Retire Abroad In 2024

For Americans retiring abroad, discover top retirement destinations around the world offering affordability, healthcare, quality of life, and beautiful surroundings....

Long term care insurance - why do so many not have it?

Again on a post I read a few minutes ago, people talk about how long-term care is so expensive per month. And, yes it is. Overall, the cost of healthcare, including long-term care, is high. But what I...

Nitra Practice Expense Card Review 2024 (Must-Have for Doctors?)

Managing expenses is critical for any business, especially for healthcare providers facing rising costs and lower reimbursement rates. Nitra offers ... Read more...

Ok gave up and headed back to work.

Well, I made it exactly one year in retirement. Retired at 62, no financial or health worries, but basically got bored. The highlight of my first year, other than an Awsome one month trip to Japan and...

8 Great Places for Snowbirds to Land

These affordable warm-weather cities for snowbirds offer plenty of housing options, abundant activities for retirees and access to good health care....

Beware of Bug Bites: A Guide to Dangerous Insects and How to Stay Safe

Bugs can be small, but dangerous! Nature's amazing ecosystem is also home to millions of insects, some of which can create serious risks to human health. From venomous spiders to disease-carrying mosq...

Embrace Summer: 10 Active and Enriching Activities

Enjoy the warmer weather and sunshine during this time of the year. Summer is in full swing and it’s a great time to get outside with activities that promote physical health, social connection, ...

High-Paying Medical Jobs with Minimal Schooling: Explore Roles

If you’re looking to pursue a career in healthcare but don’t have the time or resources to invest in extensive ... Read more...

Speaking Opportunities for Physicians

If you’re a healthcare professional looking to share your experience and knowledge with the world, build your professional and social ... Read more...

What Does Medicare Not Cover? Seven Things You Should Know

Medicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your health care coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too....

When Does It Become Unsafe For Your Aging Parent To Live Alone?

Age, chronic health conditions and living alone can put your aging parent in danger. Personal observation of how they are doing with activities can prevent fall risks....

Nearing Retirement With Student Loan Debt? What You Can Do

Many older adults will struggle with rising costs (health care and otherwise) and not enough savings. Here’s how they can manage lingering student debt....

Work from Home Doctor Jobs: Opportunities and Requirements

As the world becomes more connected and technology continues to advance, the healthcare industry is evolving to meet the needs ... Read more...

The Life-or-Death Answers We Owe Our Loved Ones

How our life ends isn’t always up to us, but that question too often must be answered by loved ones and health care workers who don’t know what we would want....

Why So Many Men are Bad at Retirement

Men, who tend to die earlier than women, spend their time in retirement grappling with intensifying mental health issues and often find themselves with few friends or relationships outside their immed...