Medicare

Prepare for the financial impact of this devastating disease soon after a diagnosis.

Private and government insurance programs may pay for some of the costs.

Shop around to make sure you're getting the best prescription-drug coverage.

Most people will pay more for this government health care plan for seniors.

Heading into your retirement years brings a slew of new topics to grapple with, and one of the most maddening may be Medicare. Figuring out when to enroll, ...

Obama and Romney both aim to slow the rate of growth in Medicare spending, but they differ on how to achieve that goal.

Even if you are happy with your current plan, check out your options. You may find a better deal.

Once you turn 65, Medicare pays the bulk of your medical expenses. But Medicare has its own lingo, and sometimes it can be tough to translate. Medicare ...

Find answers to your Medicare questions with these resources.

Miss an enrollment deadline for Medicare, and you could end up with no medical coverage for months and a lifetime of penalties.

Workers approaching retirement -- and many current retirees -- should plan to sock away more money for future health care costs.

The coverage gap in the Part D prescription-drug plan has started closing through a combination of government subsidies and drug-company discounts.

Before sticking with your current plan, check out all your Medicare options. You may find a better deal.

Act now. Big policy changes mean you could save money by rethinking your choices.

Follow the rules carefully when enrolling in Medicare.

You will get extra help with prescription-drug costs plus new medigap choices.

The rules for enrolling in Medicare are strict, and the cost of making a mistake can be high.

Most people will avoid premium hikes, but some could pay more.

See which plan provides the best coverage then shop based on price.

Whether you retired early by choice or not, you do have options if you no longer have access to employer health insurance.

Hit with an extra cost for your Medicare Part B premium? Here's how to appeal it.

Rising costs mean it's time to review your plan during open enrollment.

You'll get coverage under traditional Medicare, but it's better to consider all your options to find the best deal.

Choosing among the dozen private Medigap insurance plans can be difficult.

How much you pay per month depends on your adjusted gross income.

You have numerous choices to fill the gaps of Medicare coverage.

Learn the rules and deadlines to get the most out of your health coverage.

Plans H, I and J aren't such good deals any more. You'll get better coverage at a better price from Medicare Advantage of Medicare Part D.

What you pay for Part B coverage is based on your 2006 income. If it's dropped since then, you may be able to get lower rates.

Who should take advantage of these all-in-one senior health care plans?

What you need to know about Medicare before you hit your 65th birthday.

This is the perfect time to research options because it's open enrollment season.

If your income spiked in 2006, you'll pay more in 2008 for Part B medical coverage.

Big increases in prescription-drug premiums mean it pays to compare plans.

Expect to pay more next year for the government's Part B medical coverage.

You don't have to be stuck with a big increase. Here's how to find the best coverage at the best price.

These private plans are the best all-around deal -- for now.

These private insurance plans provide more access to a bigger network of doctors now.

Competition is keeping costs low for Medicare's prescription-drug plan.

Starting next year, Medicare will begin basing Part B premiums on a recipient's income.

You might be able to get your Medicare Part B premiums recalculated.

Part B premiums will be based on income next year. Here tips to lower your income and keep premiums under control.

A new means test for Part B will snare high-income seniors with a surcharge.

A new means test for Part B will snare high-income seniors with a surcharge.

My mother is paying $171 per month for her medicare supplement insurance policy. Is that about right?

Everyone loves a deal, but good buys are not easy to find in health care. Medicare, however, now offers various options that bundle medical-care and drug benefits into one neat package.

You can ensure a smooth transition to the new prescription-drug program.

I saw an ad for a Humana Medicare Advantage plan that says you can use any doctor. I'm confused -- I thought that Medicare Advantage plans were all HMOs. Which is correct?

What to expect and how to make the most of the prescription-drug benefit that debuts January 1.