Yahoo Finance readers had thousands of questions and comments on Medicare, Social Security and more, good and bad! Senior Columnist Kerry Hannon responds.

Seniors in states like Oregon, New Hampshire, and Vermont are among the most vulnerable to Social Security cuts in the country, according to research from Retirement Living.

Regular Medicare open enrollment doesn't apply to Medicare Supplement plans. During Medicare open enrollment (Oct. 15 to Dec. 7), you can change Medicare Advantage or Part D (drug coverage) plans.

Myth 7: Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans are the same. While both Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) are provided by Medicare-approved private ...

Original Medicare and Part C plans cannot deny coverage based on preexisting conditions. However, a waiting period for enrolling in Medicare due to preexisting conditions can apply to a Medigap plan.

There is a lot of information about Medicare, which can lead to various misconceptions or “myths” about the program. Debunking these myths can help you better understand your options and ...

Enrollment: In 2025, North Dakota has around 146,837 people enrolled in Medicare. Part C: In 2025, the average monthly premium for a Medicare Advantage plan is $49.67, up from $44.79 in 2024.There ...

In simple terms, Medicare is affordable government health insurance that you get when you turn 65. If you're under 65, you can get Medicare if you have Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS), kidney failure ...

Here, we examine 10 of the most common myths associated with Medicare and separate facts from fiction. 1. Medicare is free for everyone. Reality: Some parts of Medicare (Part A, hospital coverage ...

More than half of older Americans now get their Medicare coverage through an insurance company's Medicare Advantage plan. But many go on to switch plans or even leave for traditional Medicare when ...

That’s one reason why I strongly support the Medicare for All bill here in Massachusetts [S.860 and H.1405]. It would guarantee comprehensive health care to everyone with no premiums, ...

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