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 Advantage Regulators Lighten Agent Sales Rules for 2027
By Allison BellOfficials also eased retention requirements for sales call recordings.
March 13, 2026
Retirement Before 65: How to Pay for Health Costs Until Medicare Kicks InMore than half of workers retire before reaching Medicare age. Here's how advisors can help.
March 04, 2026
Medicare Advantage Plan Enrollment Rises 2.5% Despite ChaosMuch of the growth is coming at plans aimed at people with chronic health problems.
February 27, 2026
Medicare After Social Security Disability InsuranceSome clients qualify for Medicare before they turn 65.
February 19, 2026
How Working in Retirement Affects Social Security, MedicareWhile the benefits of continuing to work often outweigh any resulting financial complications, prepare clients for these issues.
February 18, 2026
Ex-NFL Player Convicted in $197M Medicare FraudJoel Rufus French was found guilty of selling patient information and sham doctors' orders for orthotic braces.
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.