Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
Donna LeValley
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Premium Tax Credit: Are You Eligible For This Health Insurance Tax Break?
Tax Credits The tax credit can help qualifying individuals pay for coverage from the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance marketplace.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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Eight Things Medicare Doesn't Cover
Healthy Living on a Budget Medicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your healthcare coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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How to Appeal a Health Insurance Denial
If your insurer refuses to pay for a treatment or procedure that you believe should be covered, use our guide to appeal.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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What You Must Know About the Different Parts of Medicare
Medicare Medicare can be complicated but we've got you covered. Here is a quick guide to the different benefits provided through each part.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and Abroad
Medical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Tax Reconciliation Bill Could Trigger $500 Billion in Mandatory Medicare Cuts
The deficits caused by the tax bill would trigger the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 and force billions in cuts to Medicare. However, Congress can block the implementation of the cuts.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Missed Medicare Open Enrollment? Here Are Your Options
There are limited ways you can change your Original Medicare elections after annual open enrollment has closed.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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12 FAQs About Medicare
Medicare When you turn 65, you have to master a new health care system. We’re here to help.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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Medicare Tax: Five Things Every Worker Needs to Know
Payroll Taxes It's important to know how Medicare tax works.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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