Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
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4 Pro Tips for Successfully Scaling the Medicare Mountain
Attempting to conquer Medicare without a plan is risky. The safest route requires a thorough understanding of your options and never leaves decisions to chance.
By Cathy DeWitt Dunn, CDFA®, FRC®
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What is the IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount)?
IRMAA is a surcharge added to your Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage premiums if your income is above a certain level. Here's what you need to know.
By Donna LeValley
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18 Things Medicare Gives You for Free
Medicare doesn’t provide services entirely "for free," but some items and services are covered with no out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries under specific conditions.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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What’s the Best Medigap Plan for You?
Medicare The 10 Medigap plans offer different levels of benefits that pay for expenses, such as co-payments, not covered by original Medicare.
By Jackie Stewart
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How to Avoid Medicare Late Enrollment Penalties Forever
Whether you're still working or plan to retire this year, understanding the 2026 late penalties for Parts A, B and D is essential for your financial health.
By Donna LeValley
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The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Rule of Retirement Spending
Here's how to reduce your tax bill when you withdraw money in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Prior Authorization for Traditional Medicare Patients Has Started in 6 States
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has implemented prior authorization requirements for certain traditional fee-for-service Medicare services in six states starting this year.
By Donna LeValley
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How to Dodge the 'Medicare Tax' Before You Retire
A Roth conversion may be the key to avoiding costly IRMAA surcharges on your premiums.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What Trump Has Done With Medicare So Far
As the first anniversary of President Trump's inauguration approaches, he has proposed or initiated several changes impacting Medicare and Medicaid. Here's a roundup.
By Kathryn Pomroy
