Dear Toni: My Medicare starts Nov. 1, and I received my first bill, due Oct. 25, about a week ago. This bill is for three months, from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31, and it’s over $550. I currently have more than ...
A person can determine their Medicare coverage by checking their Original Medicare card or separate cards for Medicare Advantage, Part D, or Medigap. They can also log into Medicare.gov. Understanding ...
Medicare open enrollment for 2026 starts soon, and beneficiaries of Part D prescription drug plans are in for some unpleasant changes. “These plans will cost more next year with higher premiums and ...
Medicare's "dirty little secrets" - the hidden costs, coverage gaps and commission conflicts that could cost retirees ...
My Medicare starts Nov. 1, and I received my first bill, due on Oct. 25, about a week ago. This bill is for three months, from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31, and it's over $550. I currently have more than $12,000 ...
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Medicare can sometimes feel like a maze of ever-changing rules and regulations for businesses and their employees who are approaching that magic age of 65. There are obvious questions: Do I have to ...
You qualify for Medicare after paying Medicare taxes your entire career. While those taxes cover most of your costs, Medicare still charges additional premiums to enrollees. These premiums can be ...
Every fall, Medicare beneficiaries can review and adjust their selections for the coming year to ensure their plan still fits their health care needs. That’s because Medicare Part D prescription drug ...
It’s a good thing I paid attention the last three years while I was co-hosting MLive’s annual “Guide to Medicare and Golden Retirement” webinar. In July, I turned 65. Suddenly, I had decisions to make ...
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