Medicare
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Quiz: Do You Know What Medicare Gives You for Free?Quiz This quiz tests your knowledge of the services that Medicare provides at no cost to you.
By Donna LeValley
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Are COVID Shots Still Covered By Medicare?Getting the new COVID-19 vaccine covered by Medicare isn't as easy this year as it was in the past. Here's what you need to know before you take a trip to your pharmacy.
By Donna LeValley
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This Is What You Really Need to Know About Medicare, From a Financial ExpertHealth care costs are a significant retirement expense, and Medicare offers essential but complex coverage that requires careful planning. Here's how to navigate Medicare's various parts, enrollment periods and income-based costs.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU
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How Medigap Insurance Is Affected by Preexisting Conditionsinsurance Delaying enrollment in a medigap policy can lead to higher premiums and denial of coverage in most states.
By Kimberly Lankford
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Don't Toss It! Why Your Medicare Annual Notice of Change MattersIf you have Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan, reviewing your Annual Notice of Change is crucial. It can save you money and ensure you can still see your preferred doctors and hospitals.
By Donna LeValley
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Medicare Prior Authorization Expands to Ambulatory Surgical CentersStarting in December, Medicare will begin requiring prior authorization for certain procedures when performed in ambulatory surgical centers.
By Donna LeValley
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I'm 60 with $2.8 million saved. I'm miserable working, but I need health insurance until Medicare kicks in. What are my options?The 'health care desert' is real. We ask financial experts for advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Medicare Premiums Projected to Jump in 2026In 2026, Medicare participants will pay more for their health care. Part B costs are expected to rise more than 10%. Here's what you can do.
By Donna LeValley
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I missed the 2-Year IRMAA Rule. Now, my Medicare costs are skyrocketing. What are my options?A spike in income could result in costly IRMAA charges on your Medicare premiums. We ask financial planning experts for advice.
By Maurie Backman
