The U.S. government shutdown, which started on October 1, has halted many federal services, leaving millions of Medicare beneficiaries wondering how this will affect their health care benefits and ...

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Medicare.gov offers a straightforward way to find the most cost-effective Part D plan for 2026. This online tool, managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), provides essential ...

In 2019, an updated Medicare Plan Finder made its debut. Heralding its arrival, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said it would “provide a personalized experience through a mobile ...

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Medicare’s annual open enrollment period begins Oct. 15, giving roughly 69 million beneficiaries the opportunity to make changes to their health coverage. Coverage for any changes will begin on Jan. 1 ...

Many retirees can’t wait until they turn age 65 and become eligible for Medicare, the federal health insurance program for senior citizens. But many are also surprised by the complex rules of the ...

A person can determine their Medicare coverage by checking their Original Medicare card or separate cards for Medicare Advantage, Part D, or Medigap. They can also log into Medicare.gov. Understanding ...

A first-of-its-kind analysis has revealed significant differences in stroke outcomes and stroke care for patients on government-run traditional Medicare plans versus those on Medicare Advantage, ...