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.
HHS May End Medicare Advice, Elder Rights and Respite Care Programs
By Allison BellThe department is trying to reorganize and streamline its operations, reduce headcount and cut spending.
April 03, 2025
Senate Approves Dr. Oz as Medicare Agency Head by 53-45 VoteThe former medical talk show host has suggested that the Medicare Advantage program needs to cut marketing costs.
March 31, 2025
The Medicare Savings Program Can Rescue Clients Who Are StrugglingMost of your clients have plenty of cash to pay for coverage. What if some don't?
March 28, 2025
Key Senator Calls for Medicare Advantage Agents to Be FiduciariesRon Wyden's report could help shape the policy climate for life insurance and annuity sellers.
March 20, 2025
How to Avoid a Huge Tax Surprise When Clients Lose a SpouseWhen a client is widowed, taxes often go up as income goes down, retirement advisor John Iammarino says.
March 17, 2025
Trump's CMS Chief Nominee Sees a Possible Medicare Plan Broker GlutDr. Mehmet Oz told a Senate panel that multiyear Medicare Advantage coverage might help.
March 14, 2025
Trump Administration Ends Medicare's $2 Drug ProjectBiden administration officials estimated that the voluntary program could have cut costs for 32 million people.
February 28, 2025
Why Some Medicare Enrollees Struggle to Access CareThe program offers more benefits, but using the benefits is not always easy.