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 Posts 2019 Rates, Pinches High Earners
By Allison BellPart B premiums will rise faster than Social Security for couples earning more than $750,000 per year.
July 02, 2018
Much Consumer Interest in Medicare Advantage Is Soft: DeftDeft Research survey results show interest in Medigap plans appears to be firmer.
June 20, 2018
Medicare Drug Plans May Get Authorization System UpdateA bill calling for tech changes, H.R. 5773, passed in the House Wednesday by a voice vote.
June 06, 2018
Medicare Fund Falls Short in 2026, Sooner Than Last ForecastActuaries say the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act cut program revenue.
May 17, 2018
Medicare Supplement Use Rises Again: AAMSIOne fluffy cloud is the future of Medicare Advantage chronic care benefits options.
April 12, 2018
CVS, Aetna Increase Medicare Drug Plan Enrollee Share: Mark FarrahThe firm found that overall enrollment increased just 1.6%.
April 04, 2018
Medicare to Boost Private Plan Payments by 3.4% Next YearHumana and UnitedHealth stand to gain from payment increases.
April 01, 2018
7 Things a Medicare Plan Broker Learned From Making a Medicare Education AppA Medicare plan wholesaler says providing consumer education through mobile devices can be a great way to reach out.