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.
Medicare After Social Security Disability Insurance
By Tricia BlazierSome clients qualify for Medicare before they turn 65.
February 12, 2026
Aging Boomers to Put Pressure on Social Security: CBOParticipation in federal programs is projected to continue growing faster than the overall population, a report finds.
February 10, 2026
Health Costs Clip Retirees' Income: ReportEven with Medicare coverage and ignoring long-term care, older Americans face sizable out-of-pocket medical spending.
February 09, 2026
American College Set to Distribute RSSA Social Security DesignationsCreated by the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts, the credential reflects training in helping clients claim benefits.
February 06, 2026
Molina Gives Up on the Main Medicare Advantage ProgramCNO says the upheaval has been good for Medicare supplement insurance sales.
February 06, 2026
Retirees Face $1M Lifetime Health Care Price Tag in Future DollarsMedical inflation is projected at nearly 6% annually, outpacing income growth, a new study finds.
February 05, 2026
Medicare Surcharges Can Hit Affluent Clients Hard, Firm WarnsHealthView found IRMAA will increase a high-income couple's acute care spending by 27%.
February 03, 2026
President Signs $1.2T Spending Package, Promotes Drug Pricing ShiftA separate Homeland Security funding bill fight could create new dealmaking opportunities.