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.
New 'Birthday Rules' to Help Some Medigap Users Switch Plans
By Allison BellThe switching periods will give agents a chance to offer some clients more options.
December 13, 2021
How Your Clients Can Pick the Right Long-Term Care Facilities: LTCI InsiderTo understand what you're getting, you need to know what to look for.
December 08, 2021
States See Medicare Card Delivery ProblemsObstacles include Social Security field office shutdowns and slow mail service.
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.