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12 Things That Are Free Under Medicare
We worry a lot about what Medicare beneficiaries must for pay out of pocket, such as monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and copays for doctor visits and prescription drugs. But what many enrollees may not realize is that there are services that won’t cost them a cent.
Best Medicare Advantage Plans Of 2024
Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, is a popular form of health insurance coverage for U.S. adults age 65 and older. But finding the best Medicare Advantage provider and plan for you can be complicated—nationwide, insurance providers offer thousands of different Medicare Advantage plans each year[1]. Only by providing your ZIP code and demographic information can you see a list of plans for which you’re eligible, and even then, you’re likely comparing the details of dozens of plans.
What Is Medicare?
Medicare is a U.S. government health insurance program that primarily covers people age 65 or older, but can cover younger individuals with certain types of illnesses or medical conditions. Medicare covers particular healthcare services. Some services covered by Medicare require Medicare enrollees to share the costs. While this arrangement can offer a participant more healthcare options and lower their costs, it can also create more complexity when they seek services.
Medicare Rights Supports Legislation Extending Inflation Reduction Act Affordability Reforms to the Commercial Market
New York, NY—Today, Medicare Rights Center President Fred Riccardi spoke in support of the Capping Prescription Costs Act (S. 4671/H.R. 6347), legislation to extend key Inflation Reduction Act reforms to people with group health and marketplace plans. Mr. Riccardi issued the following statement.
10 Reasons Why Medicare Advantage Enrollment is Growing and Why It Matters
For the first time in Medicare’s history, more than half of all eligible people with Medicare, or 30.8 million people in 2023, are enrolled in private Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private health insurance companies that receive payments from the federal government to provide Medicare-covered services. People with Medicare have a choice between traditional Medicare
Planning for Housing in Retirement
Retirement housing isn't just about location. One of the many wonderful aspects of being a retiree is the freedom to explore the wide range of senior living options available.
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage)
Medicare Part C is available from private insurance carriers and not only covers everything Original Medicare covers but may also come with additional benefits in certain areas. Also known as Medicare Advantage plans, benefits and plan availability can vary by location. For many, Part C plans are a great alternative but it’s important to weigh all of your options before enrolling.
What is Medicare Part D and How Does it Work?
Medicare Part D provides beneficiaries with coverage for the cost of prescription drugs. For many, prescription medications are essential in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Medicare Part D is provided by private insurance companies and regulated by Medicare. To receive the most comprehensive Medicare Part D coverage, it is important to review all the plan options and make a decision based on your needs as an individual.
Most With Medicare Don’t Compare Plan Options During Open Enrollment
With open enrollment less than a month away, our analysis suggests that the vast majority of the nation’s 67 million Medicare beneficiaries will not shop around among the coverage options for 2025 or switch plans. That could have a significant impact on enrollees’ coverage and costs.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2025: Here’s how benefits may change
Social Security beneficiaries will soon know the size of their annual cost-of-living adjustment for 2025.
They may be in for a disappointment because if current projections hold true, the increase to benefits could be the lowest since 2021.
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, could be 2.5% next year, Mary Johnson, an independent Social Security and Medicare analyst, predicted last month.
From the Flight Desk: A Guide to Civilized Airline Travel
Rules of behavior exist for every aspect of life other than the one that has come to occupy so much of it: airline travel. Order should be imposed on this essentially chaotic activity, not by the unilateral actions of officials at United Airlines, but in the same way that it is imposed on other essentially chaotic activities such as ice hockey, football, soccer and other sports: by appropriate penalties.
Medicare and Medicaid Health Insurance
Familiarizing yourself with Medicare and Medicaid can help you determine if you’re eligible and how these government programs can assist you in living a longer, more independent life. Here, we’ll cover all the basics of Medicare and Medicaid, their differences, and how to know if you qualify for either (or both).
