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.
GAO Eyes Medicare FFS Plan Bids
By Allison BellManagers of most Medicare Advantage plans seem to be shooting for similar profit margins, according to officials at the U.S. Government Accountability Office.
February 02, 2011
Hispanic seniors receive fewer vaccinationsA new study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine shows Hispanic seniors are less likely than whites to receive vaccinations against flu and pneumonia
February 02, 2011
New drug bill would save Medicare billionsSen. Al Franken has introduced a bill which would cut prescription drug costs for seniors by giving the federal government the power to negotiate lower prices for Medicare beneficiaries.
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.