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Medicare Alert: The “Urinary Catheter” Billing Scam That’s Costing Seniors Thousands

Imagine opening your Medicare statement and seeing thousands of dollars in charges for medical supplies you never ordered. That’s exactly what’s happening in a growing...

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Maryland Seniors: Free Dental Programs Offering Up to $2,500 in Care

Dental care is one of the most overlooked (and expensive) health needs for older adults. Many seniors are shocked to learn that Medicare typically doesn’t...

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Error in Medicare database exposes US healthcare providers Social Security numbers – Trump administration directory designed to modernize Medicare encounters another setback

A Trump administration directory designed to help seniors find healthcare inadvertently exposed Social Security numbers.

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The No. 1 Financial Regret Recent Retirees Have — and How To Avoid It

A new study shows that most recent retirees share the same money regret. Here’s how to plan smarter and avoid it before you retire. Find out more now.

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RFK Jr threatens to withhold millions in funding for hospitals that serve Jell-O and other sugary treats

RFK Jr. called out hospitals that serve Jell-O, Cheerios and other sugary foods to patients

The Independent UK

8 Medicare Dental and Vision Benefits You Could Lose If You Don’t Use Them This Year

If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, there’s a good chance you’re sitting on benefits you didn’t fully use last year, and that could...

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How to Negotiate to Lower Your Medical Bills: These Strategies Can Help Reduce Your Costs

Your odds of getting your health care provider to lower your bill are higher if you act fast, communicate clearly and do your research before the negotiation.

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The debt crisis Congress has been ignoring could cost the average U.S. household $18,000 a year, according to a Brookings analysis

Taxing the rich doesn’t get remotely close to solving the debt crisis. So a solution will likely sweep across all income levels.

Fortune

Medicare Warning: Falls Aren’t Fully Covered—4 Exercises That Could Help You Avoid Costly Injuries

A single fall can change everything in retirement. It can have a major impact on your health, your independence, and your finances. While Medicare does...

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The 2.8% COLA Reality: Why the Average $56 Raise Still Lags Behind Inflation

It’s no secret that the Social Security adjustment for this year has left many seniors wanting more. The Social Security Administration announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment...

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Arizona Warning: Seniors Pay 20–25% More for Medigap When They Miss Their Guaranteed-Issue Window

Choosing a Medicare Supplement plan—also known as Medigap—may feel like just another checkbox when you turn 65, but timing is everything. Many Arizona seniors don’t...

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Medicare Policy Shift: What the New 7-Day Authorization Deadline Means for Patients

Medicare beneficiaries may soon notice a significant change in how quickly their care requests are approved. A new policy introduces a 7-day authorization deadline for many prior authorization decisions, aiming to reduce delays that have long frustrated patients and providers. For seniors managing chronic conditions or needing timely procedures, this…

Budget and the Bees

Medicare Update: New 7-Day Prior Authorization Deadline Takes Effect

A major shift just hit the Medicare landscape, and it could make a real difference in how quickly care gets approved. Starting now, insurers handling Medicare Advantage plans must respond to prior authorization requests within a strict seven-day window for standard cases. That might sound like bureaucratic fine print, but…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Trump’s Medicaid fraud crackdown may sound sensible, but it could harm Americans who require long-term care

Mehmet Oz, the Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services administrator, is ordering all states to step up their efforts to crack down on Medicaid fraud.

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‘No gap’ private health insurance can save you money. But there’s a catch

During a cost-of-living crisis, many Australians may be wondering if their private health insurance policy actually delivers.

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New York Alert: Medicare Covers 12 Preventive Screenings at $0 — But Most Seniors Skip Half

If you’re on Medicare and living in New York, there’s a surprising benefit many people overlook: dozens of preventive screenings are available at $0 out-of-pocket....

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Medicare Negotiation Update: 4 Drugs Facing Price Cuts of Up to 50% Under the New Program

Prescription drug costs have long been one of the biggest financial stressors for older Americans. Now, a major shift is finally underway, and it could...

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Medicare Part B Alert: The 2026 Premium Just Hit $202.90 — the Highest Ever Recorded

If you’re on Medicare—or planning to enroll soon—there’s a number you can’t afford to ignore: $202.90 per month. That’s the new standard Medicare Part B...

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The Free Financial Advisor

The 2027 COLA May Radically Change American Households

The upcoming 2027 COLA (cost-of-living adjustment) increase has started drawing serious attention because it could reshape how millions of households manage rising expenses, fixed incomes, and long-term financial planning. Social Security adjustments rarely spark excitement at first glance, but this one carries the potential to influence grocery budgets, rent decisions,…

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It costs $230 out-of-pocket to see a dermatologist. Many Australians go without – despite soaring skin cancer rates

Exclusive: Report shows cost of first appointment rose $20 in one year, with steeper rises in Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania

The Free Financial Advisor

A Big Change to Medicare Prior Authorization: 7‑Day Deadline Now Mandatory

Medicare just made a move that could seriously speed up healthcare decisions for millions of Americans. A new rule now requires insurers to respond to prior authorization requests within a strict seven-day window, and that deadline could make a real difference when timing matters most. Patients and providers often face…

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The Medicare Rule Change Causing Confusion in 6 States — Here’s What It Really Means

If you’ve heard that a new Medicare rule is “changing how care gets approved,” you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining the confusion. In 2026, a...

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If You Live on Social Security Alone, You May Qualify for These 4 Things

If Social Security is your only income, you may qualify for additional government benefits and assistance programs that could help stretch your monthly budget.

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Chemed Stock Jumps 11% on Q1 Beat, VITAS Hospice Strength and Raised 2026 Outlook

Chemed Corp. shares soared more than 10% in midday trading Friday, climbing to around $424 after the healthcare services company delivered a solid first-quarter 2026 earnings beat, highlighted by strong performance at its VITAS hospice business and an upgraded full-year outlook that exceeded Wall Street expectations.

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How Far Social Security Checks Went in 1990 Compared to Today

Keep reading to find out if Social Security checks have kept up with both inflation and rising costs of living.

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