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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
Medicare If you don't make the right choices, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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12 FAQs About Medicare
Medicare When you turn 65, you have to master a new health care system. We’re here to help.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
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Buckle Up: Five Risks to Avoid on the Road to Retirement
As retirement approaches, keep an eye out for the last remaining bumps in the road that could put a serious dent in your hard-earned savings.
By Bryan S. Slovon, Investment Adviser Published
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Social Security Benefits Are Shrinking
Social Security benefits are shrinking relative to Medicare premium increases, leaving older adults with less cash at the end of the month.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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I Got Whooping Cough So You Don't Have To
Cases of whooping cough, or pertussis, have risen sharply this year. Here's my Dickensian experience of this disease that should be history.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Published
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Three Changes to Medicare on the Horizon for 2025
Medicare beneficiaries will see a few changes in 2025, including on costs.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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How Moving Might Impact Your Medicare Coverage
Your Medicare plan’s coverage area will determine if you need to make changes after a move.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Medicare Advantage Costs Expected to Decrease 6.75% in 2025
Most Medicare Advantage enrollees who remain in their plan will see lower or no increase in their premiums in 2025.
By Joey Solitro Last updated
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How A Government Shutdown Would Affect Medicare and Other Healthcare
A look at how Medicare would be affected by a government shutdown, as well as other government-related healthcare.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated