Medicare
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Don't Fall For These Five Costly Medicare Myths
Signing up for Medicare can be complicated, and mistakes can be costly. Let's demystify these five Medicare myths to avoid expensive penalties.
By Donna LeValley
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Four Proposed Changes to Medicare in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
4 Proposed Changes to Medicare in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — and What Ended Up in the Signed Bill
By Donna LeValley
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Over 100k Medicare Accounts Breached in Hack: Was Yours One?
Identity Theft Letters are going out to 103,000 Medicare beneficiaries who may have been impacted. Here's how to protect your identity and benefits.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Five Ways You Can Lose Your Medicare Benefits
Your Medicare coverage can be disrupted or lost through your own actions or for reasons outside of your control. Don't let that happen to you.
By Donna LeValley
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Want to Avoid IRMAA? Consider a Roth Conversion
If you make above a certain income, expect to pay more for Medicare, unless you take steps to lower your income. Here's how.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Social Security Fairness Act May Change How You Pay Medicare Premiums
If you receive an upward adjustment to your monthly Social Security benefits due to the SSFA, how you pay your Medicare premiums might change.
By Donna LeValley
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Should You Ditch Your Medicare Advantage Plan? Most People Do
If you want to switch your Medicare Advantage plan or enroll in original Medicare, you're not alone. Here's when it's a good idea and how to go about it.
By Christy Bieber
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Social Security Under Trump Live Updates: Final Blog Post — for Now
Social Security Blog Social Security has undergone big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley
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How to Appeal a Health Insurance Denial
If your insurer refuses to pay for a treatment or procedure that you believe should be covered, use our guide to appeal.
By Kimberly Lankford
