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Five Smart Moves for Retirement Healthcare: From HSAs to Medigap Policies

Unchecked health care costs in retirement could blow a hole in your savings. Here’s how to avoid that.

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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and Abroad

Medical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.

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Breakups between health systems and Medicare Advantage plans have increased. Sometimes, patients get to leave plans, too

It's usually challenging for patients to get out of Medicare Advantage. It can be easier if hospitals leave, first.

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Medicare Advantage is covering more and more Americans − some because they don’t get to choose

Since the mid-2000s, the Medicare system has dramatically transformed. Enrollment in Medicare Advantage – the private alternative to the traditional Medicare program administered by the government – has more than quadrupled. It now accounts for the majority of Medicare enrollment.

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Retirement Savings On Track? How Much Should You Have By 60 and 65

JPMorgan’s guide can help baby boomers determine whether they have saved enough for a retirement pegged to their income level.

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The Big Mistake Many Seniors Make with Their Healthcare Plans

Healthcare is one of the biggest concerns for older Americans, yet too many seniors make costly mistakes when choosing their plans.

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What Does Medicare Not Cover? Eight Things You Should Know

Medicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your healthcare coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.

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Original Medicare doesn't cover most dental work, but there are 4 other ways to get coverage

There are numerous ways people with Medicare can get dental coverage aside from their employer or former employer.

Fortune

Watch Out for the ‘Medigap Trap’

The Medigap trap can snag those who chose Medicare Advantage and plan to switch to traditional Medicare later as their needs change.

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Six Year-End Deadlines for Retirees in 2024

Here are six key end-of-year 2024 deadlines that retirees and those saving to retire won't want to miss.

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Shopping for a 2025 Medigap policy? There may be some good news for you

A Biden administration proposed rule, scheduled to take effect January 1, 2025, could guarantee Medigap coverage regardless of health conditions.

Fortune

What You Will Pay for Medicare in 2025

Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025.

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People with certain disabilities are eligible for Medicare under age 65. Here's who qualifies and how to apply

Medicare coverage for people under 65 with disabilities is tied to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits.

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Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: sales pitches are often from biased sources, the choices can be overwhelming and impartial help is not equally available to all

The 67 million Americans eligible for Medicare make an important decision every October: Should they make changes in their Medicare health insurance plans for the next calendar year?

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How to make smart Medicare Open Enrollment choices for 2025

“It's going to be challenging,” says expert Philip Moeller, who urges people to take their time.

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Medicare Advantage Customers Face Shrinking Pool of Insurers

Medicare Advantage plan insurers are reducing their enrollments as profit margins shrink.

Fortune

Medicare and gym memberships: Here's what's covered and what's not

The details matter—especially since many older Americans aren’t getting enough exercise, per the CDC.

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Traditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage? Some retirees aren’t allowed to choose

These shifts to Medicare Advantage can save money for the companies and state and local government employers.

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What Does Medicare Not Cover? Eight Things You Should Know

Medicare Part A and Part B leave gaps in your healthcare coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.

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Medicare Basics: 12 Things You Need to Know

There's Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, Medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and so on. We sort out the confusion about signing up for Medicare — and much more.

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Six Essential Retirement Strategies for Baby Boomers

Emergency funds, estate plans, different kinds of insurance and smart investing strategies are all parts of a strong retirement plan.

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10 Things to Know About Working in Retirement

Working in retirement could give you more money but also could impact some benefits.

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Medicare and Moving: What You Need to Know

Your Medicare plan’s coverage area will determine if you need to make changes after a move.

Fortune

How to use Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment to switch plans or move into Traditional Medicare

This is a key year to think about making a switch due to trends in Medicare Advantage plans, rising prescription costs and Medicare itself.

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Do I really need supplemental insurance (Medigap) with Medicare?

Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, can fill some potentially pricey “gaps” in Medicare Part A and Part B

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