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Criminals Are Creating Fake Medicare.gov Accounts: CMS
By Allison BellBad actors could have used the accounts to get up to 103,000 clients' mailing addresses and diagnoses, officials said.
June 30, 2025
When Clients Returning to Original Medicare Want MedigapMedigap policies can be a lifesaver — for the clients who can get them.
June 30, 2025
Tax Bill Headed for 'Big Beautiful Pothole' in House: ValliereThe Senate legislation passed a procedural vote but lacks House support, says the AGF Investments policy strategist.
June 26, 2025
9 Retirement Bills in Congress NowWhile lawmakers have floated a number of bills, "we’re not close to ready" on Secure 3.0, says Mark Iwry.
June 23, 2025
Medicare Posts $11.2B Operating Profit for 2024The inpatient hospitalization program can still pay 89% of promised benefits if its trust fund runs dry.
June 17, 2025
UnitedHealth Sours on Medicare Advantage PlansThe health insurer told agents it will stop paying commissions on new sales of many plans July 1.
June 17, 2025
What's New in the Senate Version of Trump's Tax and Spending BillThe Senate Finance Committee's legislation modifies some key breaks, from SALT to the child tax credit.
June 16, 2025
Judge Finalizes $69M Settlement in Lawsuit Involving Wells Fargo TDFsThe case involved 350,000 UnitedHealth workers affected by "poorly performing" funds in their 401(k) savings plan.