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.
House Passes Drug Bill That Could Add Dental Benefits to Medicare
By Allison BellH.R. 3 could also give younger, disabled Medicare users better access to Medicare supplement insurance.
November 24, 2019
MACRA and the Medigap Letter PlansA longtime California health advocate training and policy specialist looks at who can really buy what.
November 22, 2019
5 Top States for Medicare Advantage Search ActivitySome people in these states may be shopping. Some may be seething.
November 12, 2019
NAIC Highlights 2020 Medigap Plan Shift MaterialsThe regulator group has created a bulletin for producers as well as a consumer alert.
November 11, 2019
Medicare Part B Premium Price Outpaces Social Security COLAThis uneven relationship means leaves Part B premium increase eating eat up nearly 10% of the average Social Security monthly benefit in 2020.
November 08, 2019
Medicare Part B Premium to Rise 6.7%Officials say the increase is due to the cost of physician-administered drugs.
November 07, 2019
Lawmakers' Constituents Like Medicare Advantage: Allyson SchwartzThe Better Medicare Alliance president says Medicare Advantage plans have many friends on Capitol Hill.
November 07, 2019
10 Worst States for Medicare Advantage Sticker ShockIn some states, Medicare Advantage premiums may be comparable to worker contributions for health coverage.