CMS has proposed only a modest increase in Medicare Advantage payments for 2027, a move many insurers view as an effective ...

Policymakers are exploring reforms to address shortcomings of risk adjustment that inflate Medicare Advantage payments and ...

Significant changes occurred in Medicare Advantage plans each of the last couple of years, and more changes are on the way in 2026. In 2024, I documented several factors that would cause higher costs ...

Medicare Part D has been a lifeline for millions of Americans, particularly seniors and individuals with disabilities, in managing the rising cost of prescription drugs. Since its introduction in 2006 ...

Medicare offers many health insurance options, and understanding coverage options, rules, and processes is key. People who become eligible can begin considering Medicare options before turning 65.

Sometimes, you can lose Medicaid coverage at age 65 as you become eligible for Medicare. This is called the Medicare cliff and can lead to changes to your benefits and coverage, as well as higher ...

As a certified case manager and critical care unit RN, I am advising adult children who are seeking advice for their parents or spouse who are having end-of-life issues. Those who have serious ...

Dear Toni: I was hospitalized in November 2025 for a triple bypass surgery, and I plan to retire when I turn 65 in April. Last week, I talked with the office manager at my cardiologist’s office about ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. Over half of Medicare beneficiaries opted for Medicare Advantage plans ...