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.
A Personal Note on the Medicare Doc Fix
By Ron IversonThe doc fix is only good for a year, and we have discussed it at length, but let me add a personal note: A longtime friend of mine has had physical problems for as far back as I can remember.
February 01, 2011
In response to 'Seniors struggle with Medicare website'Last year, when you would select three plans for comparison, the estimated annual cost for mail order was included.
January 31, 2011
In response to 'Seniors struggle with Medicare website'Last year, when you would select three plans for comparison, the estimated annual cost for mail order was included.
January 27, 2011
Medicare Advantage plans rake in cash on floatA new federal report reveals that private Medicare Advantage plans make millions of dollars each year by "playing the float" or earning interest on funds waiting to be paid out.
January 27, 2011
Medicare Advantage plans rake in cash on floatA new federal report reveals that private Medicare Advantage plans make millions of dollars each year by "playing the float" or earning interest on funds waiting to be paid out.
January 27, 2011
Alcoholics set to pour into MedicareAmong the senior population, it is an unfortunate reality that 10 percent are heavy drinkers or even alcoholics.
January 26, 2011
FAQ: SSDI vs. MedigapAn agent asks: For disabled individuals under the age of 65 who are receiving SSDI, would they be better off buying a Medigap policy or enrolling in an Advantage Plan?
January 26, 2011
FAQ: SSDI vs. MedigapAn agent asks: For disabled individuals under the age of 65 who are receiving SSDI, would they be better off buying a Medigap policy or enrolling in an Advantage Plan?