Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
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10 Things To Know for Medicare Open EnrollmentMedicare open enrollment starts on October 15 and ends on December 7. Here's what to sign up for and what to avoid.
By Elaine Silvestrini
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How to Appeal the IRMAA for Medicare Parts B and DMedicare There's a good chance you can get your IRMAA eliminated or reduced if your income has dropped in the past two years.
By Jackie Stewart
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10 Strategies to Help Women on Their Way to Financial PowerAs women gain wealth and influence, being proactive about financial planning is essential to address longevity and close gaps in confidence and caregiving.
By Camille Butterfield
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How to Stop These 5 Risks From Wrecking Your RetirementYour retirement could be jeopardized if you ignore the risks you'll face later in life. From inflation to market volatility, here's what to prepare for.
By Matthew Lang
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Don't Wait Until January: Your Year-End Health Checklist to Kickstart 2026Skip the fleeting resolutions and start the new year with a proactive plan to optimize your longevity, cognitive health and social vitality.
By Donna LeValley
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A Financial Pro Breaks Retirement Planning Into 5 Easy PiecesThis retirement plan focuses on five key areas — income generation, tax management, asset withdrawals, planning for big expenses and health care, and legacy.
By J. Burke "J.B." Howard
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Vaccines Medicare Covers for FreeThe U.S. is experiencing an outbreak of measles and is on track to have the most whooping cough cases since 1948; these vaccines Medicare covers for free can keep you safe.
By Donna LeValley
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The 7-Month Deadline That Sets Your Lifetime Medicare PremiumsUnderstanding Medicare enrollment is crucial, as missing deadlines can lead to permanent late enrollment penalties and gaps in coverage.
By Donna LeValley
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Why Is My First Medicare Bill So High?Your first Medicare bill may be higher than expected for several reasons. If your premiums aren't taken out of your Social Security benefit, the bill can be huge.
By Donna LeValley
