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Medicare’s Push to Improve Chronic Care Attracts Businesses, but Not Many Doctors

and on April 18, 2024

Doctor’s aren’t biting on this program that makes care more accessible to patients.

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Your Doctor or Your Insurer? Little-Known Rules May Ease the Choice in Medicare Advantage

on April 1, 2024

A relatively new escape hatch gives retirees another way out of Medicare Advantage plans.

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4 Pitfalls for New Medicare Enrollees

and on February 14, 2024

Medicare’s rules are exacting, and penalties can be stiff and sometimes permanent.

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In Fight Over Medicare Payments, the Hospital Lobby Shows Its Strength

and on February 13, 2024

Advocates fight against hospitals as they vouch for site-neutral payments.

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Some Medicare Advantage Freebies Might Disappear Soon

on February 12, 2024

The perks of Medicare Advantage health insurance plans could shrink in the near future due to a couple of factors.

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3 Groups Who Can Get Medicare Before Age 65

on February 7, 2024

If you fall into one of these groups, you are eligible for Medicare health insurance regardless of age.

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8 Disappointing Realities of Medicare

on February 7, 2024

The health insurance program is essential to the well-being of millions of retirees — but it’s not perfect.

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Which Type of Medicare Costs More in the Long Run?

on February 1, 2024

When it comes to choosing between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage, know that one type of coverage is likely to leave you with higher out-of-pocket costs.

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Almost Every Medicare Premium and Deductible Just Jumped

on January 27, 2024

If you have Medicare health insurance, brace yourself for another round of inflation.

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12 Ways Medicare Coverage Has Changed in 2024

on January 27, 2024

Heads-up, Medicare recipients: Your costs have gone up, but your coverage has expanded.

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Older Americans Say They Feel Trapped in Medicare Advantage Plans

on January 23, 2024

This enrollee is speaking out against Medicare Advantage plans and their risks.

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Here’s How Much Cheaper 10 Medicare Drugs Are in Other Countries

on January 18, 2024

Even when you take into account discounts and rebates, Americans pay hugely higher prices.

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6 Medicare Mistakes To Avoid for a Healthy Retirement

on January 11, 2024

Medicare health insurance can be confusing. Beware these missteps — which can hike your costs.

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The 10 Most Costly Prescription Drugs for Medicare

on December 6, 2023

This small group of drugs takes up an enormous share of Medicare Part D drug spending.

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14 Things That Are Free With Medicare

and on December 6, 2023

These services could save you money and help prevent costly health problems.

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8 Things Most People Don’t Know About Medicare

on November 29, 2023

If you don’t understand some of these things, you could end up paying a whole lot more for health care.

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7 Signs You Should Change Your Medicare Coverage This Open Enrollment

on November 29, 2023

It’s Medicare open enrollment season, and these are the signs that you should begin shopping for new coverage.

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Does Your Doctor Still Accept Medicare Advantage? Make Sure ASAP

on November 28, 2023

Health systems and hospitals are dropping Medicare Advantage coverage, which could put patients at risk of not being reimbursed for some care.

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5 Medicare Marketing Tactics That Are Red Flags

on November 23, 2023

Insurers and brokers selling Medicare plans desperately want your business – and some employ shady practices to get it.

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This Group Is Less Satisfied With Medicare Than Other Enrollees

on November 8, 2023

Most Americans are satisfied with their Medicare coverage. But some folks are not feeling the love.

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