Medicare Planning
Medicare planning news and analysis, including coverage of the Medicare Advantage program, Medicare supplement insurance, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly plans.
Ways and Means OKs IPAB Killer Bill by Voice Vote
By Allison BellH.R. 452 would ax a new board that could set Medicare provider payment rates without judicial review.
February 17, 2012
GOP Senators Unveil Medicare PlanTwo Republican senators unveiled a Medicare rescue plan Thursday that features an accelerated transition to private health insurance for many seniors, a gradual increase in the eligibility age, and higher premiums for middle-class and upper-income retirees.
February 15, 2012
Medicare's Bill for Artificial Feet is QuestionedThe cost spike in Medicare's bill for artificial feet highlights basic questions about affordability, technology and appropriate care that continue to plague the program.
February 15, 2012
Medicare's Bill for Artificial Feet is QuestionedThe cost spike in Medicare's bill for artificial feet highlights basic questions about affordability, technology and appropriate care that continue to plague the program.
February 13, 2012
Ill. Man Gets 3 Years in Erectile Pump Medicare CaseProsecutors say the defendant traded free medical equipment and supplies for Medicare information.
February 13, 2012
Ill. Man Gets 3 Years in Erectile Pump Medicare CaseProsecutors say the defendant traded free medical equipment and supplies for Medicare information.
February 09, 2012
Medicare Enrollers Test Tablet AppCoventry Health Care says putting mobile devices in agents' hands cut processing time.
February 06, 2012
Moody's Seeks Medicare Advantage DetailsAnalysts say the early numbers look good but are too hazy to allow for apples-to-apples comparisons.