Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
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How a Roth Conversion Can Save You Thousands in Medicare CostsAvoid costly IRMAA surcharges on Medicare Part B and D. See how timing your Roth conversion correctly can slash your future premiums.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Your Medicare Costs Are Set to Soar Over the Next DecadeMedicare beneficiaries will face higher premiums, deductibles and surcharges starting in 2026 and continuing over the next decade. Here's what you need to know.
By Donna LeValley
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5 Costly Mistakes That Can Trigger Medicare SurchargesYour income will determine how much you pay, but here are some smart strategies that can help you lower your premiums.
By Meagan Dow, CFA®, CFP®
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Avoiding the Widows' Penalty Tax Trap After a Spouse PassesIncome Tax Many surviving spouses are surprised to discover that losing a partner can mean paying higher taxes on less income.
By Chrissy Paradis
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Blindsided by Medicare’s 2-Year IRMAA Rule? Now What?A sudden spike in your income can trigger costly Medicare surcharges two years down the road. Here is how affluent retirees can protect their wealth.
By Maurie Backman
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She's 63 and a Veteran, He's 62. How Should They Manage Healthcare?In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, our reader turns 65 a year before a spouse. Here's how to seamlessly bridge the age gap using veteran benefits.
By Maurie Backman
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Why I Decided to Appeal My Medicare IRMAA SurchargeI retired from full-time work early last year, but I'm still subject to the surcharge because of this rule.
By Sandra Block
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The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Rule of Retirement SpendingHere's how to reduce your tax bill when you withdraw money in retirement.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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When Will Social Security and Medicare Run Out of Money?Social Security and Medicare trust funds, which help pay benefits, are projected to outspend their surpluses. What happens when the safety net faces a shortfall?
By Elaine Silvestrini
