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.
Obamacare-Shy Insurers See Profit, Growth in Seniors’ Care
By Zachary TracerThese insurers, like UnitedHealth, are focusing on Medicare Advantage, which a growing population of older Americans embrace.
June 16, 2017
Feds Lift Ban on New Cigna Medicare Drug Plan SalesThe company can return to normal marketing and enrollment status immediately, officials say.
June 14, 2017
Navigating Medicare Enrollment: Guiding Clients through the Medicare MazeMedicare enrollment presents a perfect opportunity to clear up confusion and help clients plan their spending and drawdown strategies.
June 14, 2017
Make The Most of Your Medicare ChoicesNationwide provides a closer look at what the program actually covers, and how advisors can help clients make reasonable decisions.
June 14, 2017
Common Medicare Myths and Misconceptions — and How to Dispel ThemClear up these confusions, and youll be well on your way to creating more realistic, sustainable retirement plans for your clients.
June 08, 2017
Why Not Try 'Medicare for All'? Glad You AskedPolitical pressure to set premiums well below a realistic level could, possibly, be an issue.
May 30, 2017
Americans Confused About Medicare PlanningMore than half of Americans over 45 haven't done any research on Medicare planning, a survey says.
May 22, 2017
Big Hospitals Bully Private Insurers: Medicare WatchdogMark Miller says contracting changes have narrowed the private plan spending gap.