Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
Donna LeValley
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Medicare Drug Plans Are Getting Better Next Year. Some Will Also Cost More.
Upcoming changes to the Part D drug benefit, including a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket medication, will benefit millions of Americans. But higher premiums may also be on the way
By Susan Jaffe | KFF Health News Published
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What Could a Harris Presidency Mean For Social Security and Medicare?
A look at Kamala Harris' stances on Social Security and Medicare, including her history with the programs.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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What Could the Election Mean for Social Security and Medicare?
With the presidential election just days away, here's a look at Harris vs. Trump on Social Security and Medicare.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Medicare or Medicare Advantage: Which Is Right for You?
From overall costs to availability of care, here's what to know about the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.
By Paola Bianchi Delp Published
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You Could Pay Only $2 for These Drugs Soon Under Medicare
Those enrolled in Medicare could soon pay just $2 for these prescription drugs.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Harris Proposes Medicare Cover In-Home Healthcare
Vice President Kamala Harris proposed a plan for Medicare to cover in-home healthcare.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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Harris vs Trump on Medicare Drug Price Negotiations: Fact Check
A fact check of what the Trump and Biden-Harris administrations did around Medicare drug price negotiations.
By Jacob Gardenswartz | KFF Health News Published
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Is Medicare a Good Reason to Wait Until 65 to Retire?
The average retirement age is 62, but many people wait until Medicare starts at 65. Should health care be the key driver of your retirement date?
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Medicare Part D and Advantage Costs Decrease in 2025
Beneficiaries will pay less in 2025 for Medicare Part D prescription and Medicare Advantage plan premiums.
By Donna LeValley Published