Medicare
News, insights and expert analysis on medicare from the team at Kiplinger.
Donna LeValley
Figuring out when to enroll in Medicare and which parts to enroll in can be daunting even for the savviest retirees. There are Part A, Part B, Part D, Medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and so on. This is a complicated federal health insurance program for retirement-age Americans so start with our beginner's guide to the essential things you should know about Medicare, then work your way through our other features, guides and news stories.
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Vaccines Medicare Covers for Free
The U.S. is experiencing an outbreak of measles and is on track to have the most whooping cough cases since 1948; these vaccines Medicare covers for free can keep you safe.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Social Security Under Trump: Live Updates to Keep You Up to Date
Social Security Blog Social Security is undergoing big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Customer Services are Strained at the SSA, You Should Plan Around These Federal Holidays
If you have a question or need information from a federal agency, check the federal holiday schedule to make sure you get your business done before they close.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Whooping Cough: Highest Infection Rate Since 1948
Cases of whooping cough, or pertussis, have risen sharply in the U.S. Here's how to protect yourself and your family.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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Widow's Penalty: Three Ways to Protect Your Finances
Higher Medicare premiums, smaller Social Security payments, bigger tax bills … Financial changes can hit hard when a spouse dies. How to counter the blow.
By Ashley Terrell, IAR Published
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Trump Administration Blocks Medicare From Covering Obesity Drugs — Why It Matters
The Trump administration has decided not to go forward with a proposal for Medicare and Medicaid to cover high-demand obesity treatments.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Will Dr. Oz Push Medicare Advantage Plans as Head of CMS Now He's Confirmed?
As original Medicare faces funding shortfalls, Dr. Oz might shift to private insurance providers through Medicare Advantage. Here's what we know so far.
By Maurie Backman Last updated
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The Social Security Fairness Act May Change How You Pay Medicare Premiums
If you receive an upward adjustment to your monthly Social Security benefits due to the SSFA, how you pay your Medicare premiums might change.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Ends March 31
Medicare Advantage enrollees have from January 1 to March 31 to change plans. Here's what to know.
By Keerthi Vedantam Last updated