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How to Partially Retire Before You’re Ready For Full Retirement
Retiring in stages is becoming more of an option for those who don’t want to “jump off a cliff” from full-time work to having no employment.
By Alina Tugend Last updated
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Yes, You Can Sign Up for Medicare While You’re Still Working
And your wallet might thank you — for many, Medicare is a better deal than their company’s health insurance.
By Bethany Cissell Last updated
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A Medicare Surcharge That Might Surprise You If You’re Not Careful – IRMAA
Medicare You could get hit with much higher Medicare premiums today because of something that boosted your income two years before.
By Brian Quick, CLU®, ChFC® Published
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Shingles Vaccines Work. But Medicare Won’t Always Cover Them.
Medicare Traditional Medicare Part B does not cover some recommended vaccines, including shingles shots; prescription drug plans include commercially available vaccinations, but are likely to require some payments from beneficiaries.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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Retirees, Here's How to Make a Medigap Switch to Save Money
Making Your Money Last You want to find the best Medicare medigap plan for your budget. Sometimes that means changing things up. Here's some guidance.
By David Rodeck Published
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5 Fixes That Could Help Save Medicare
Medicare There have been dire warnings about the overall health of Medicare for years, yet policymakers have been slow to act. Here's how Congress can shore up the program.
By Jackie Stewart Published
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Get Free Over-the-Counter COVID Tests Through Medicare
Medicare Beneficiaries can get up to eight tests a month through both original Medicare and Advantage plans.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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Medicare to Consider Lowering Part B Premiums
Medicare Beneficiaries could see a reduced Part B premium after Biogen announced it would slash the price of its expensive, and controversial, new Alzheimer's treatment, Aduhelm.
By Jackie Stewart Published
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What Retirees Will Pay for Medicare in 2022
Medicare Seniors will pay more for Parts B and D this year, though Medicare Advantage plans should be slightly cheaper.
By the Editors of Kiplinger's Retirement Report Published
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