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.
Coverage Changes: A Medicare Customer Question
By Bethany CissellA Medicare specialist summarizes some of the key 2022 program parameters.
December 08, 2021
Medicare Advantage Group Seeks Better Plan Extra ShowcaseThe Better Medicare Alliance says finding a plan with good exercise benefits should be easier.
December 07, 2021
10 Top Medicare Bills Introduced in 2021Two are now law. The others could still ride the reconciliation bus through Congress.
November 29, 2021
Medicare's Hospital Trust Fund Could Run Dry in 2026: Maryellen CogginsAn advisor who helps U.S. policymakers do the math says there are plenty of issues to track.
November 18, 2021
Highmark CEO to Chair AHIP BoardDavid Holmberg runs a big health insurer that has its own medical malls.
November 17, 2021
Cures 2.0 Bill Could Push Plans to Cover More New DevicesThe bill could also help Democrats and Republicans talk to each other.
November 16, 2021
Health Insurance Competition Heats Up: EarningsAn Oscar executive says COVID-19 added 9 percentage points to the Q3 medical loss ratio.