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.
Bright Health Gets Financing to Support California Medicare Plan Sale
By Allison BellThe health insurance startup capital spigot dried up last year after investment market turmoil reduced investors' appetite for risk.
July 25, 2023
Medicare Advantage Plans Face More Budget PressureA group says Congress could save that by correcting enrollee health scores.
July 17, 2023
12 Worst States for Out-of-Pocket Medicare Drug CostsIn one state, patients' average share of the total is more than $600 per year.
July 03, 2023
New $35 Insulin Cost Cap Applies to More Medicare EnrolleesThe cost-sharing limit now applies to Medicare Part B and Medicare Advantage coverage users.
June 29, 2023
The End of the COVID-19 Emergency: A Medicare Customer QuestionSpecial pandemic-period rules expired May 11. What now?
June 28, 2023
Where a Medicare Advantage Broker Comp Proposal Falls ShortA field marketing office owner says agents deserve better.
June 23, 2023
8 'Good News, Bad News' Updates on Retiree Health Care CostsFidelity's annual cost estimate was flat from last year, but there's still a major planning hill to climb.
June 22, 2023
Why Agents Should Care About Medicare Advantage Plan Star RatingsA plan executive says good grades mean something.