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It's official: Social Security COLA 2026 is up 2.8%; but Medicare costs could eat most of your raise

The SSA announced a 2.8% COLA increase for 2026, but rising Medicare premiums, up nearly 12%, may offset much of the gain for ...

9 Major Medicare Changes for 2026: What's Coming for Premiums, Drug Prices, and Program Cuts

Medicare beneficiaries face higher costs, reduced services, and possible cuts to the program at large—but there’s good news ...

Medicare 2026 Update on Premium Costs, Benefits, Plan Options

CMS provided the new updates ahead of the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period, scheduled from October 15, 2025, to ...

Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: The trade-offs that matter most for 2026

Both plans offer healthcare coverage but differ greatly when it comes to accessing care. Learn how they work, benefits and ...

What to Do About These Three Medicare Changes During Open Enrollment

“Medicare Advantage and Part D plans often change from one year to the next, so people may see changes to their premiums, ...

Medicare costs are rising in 2026. Here’s how to save during open enrollment

Consumers have one major defense against rising costs, shrinking provider networks and disappearing benefits: Medicare’s fall ...

Dr. Oz Warns Some Seniors May Have ‘Worse’ Medicare Experience Next Year

Half of American seniors are enrolled in traditional Medicare, meanwhile another half rely on privatized Medicare.