Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
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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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How to Steer Clear of the Medicare Tax TorpedoBetter beware, because if you go even $1 over an important income threshold, your Medicare premiums could rise exponentially due to IRMAA surcharges.
By John J. Gardner, IAR
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Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: Options if You Missed Open EnrollmentInformation you can use year-round to manage your Medicare needs.
By Donna LeValley
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Missed Medicare Open Enrollment? Here Are Your OptionsThere are limited ways you can change your Original Medicare elections after annual open enrollment has closed.
By Donna LeValley
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Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage Quiz: Which is Right for You?Quiz Take this quick quiz to discover your "Medicare Personality Type" and learn whether you are a Traditionalist, or a Bundler.
By Donna LeValley
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15 Costly Drugs Will Get Medicare Price Cuts in 2027: Will You Save?The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services extended a safety net to older Americans by announcing significant price reductions on 15 high-cost prescription drugs, effective in 2027.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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What You Must Know About the Different Parts of MedicareMedicare 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
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