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.
Carriers get surprise Medicare raise
By Zachary TracerThe government originally proposed a 4 percent cut.
February 25, 2015
How Medicare Advantage might changeSome proposals could affect long-term care planners as well as Medicare plan sellers.
February 02, 2015
Majority of Medicare Advantage Enrollees Switching From Traditional MedicareA majority of seniors who enrolled in Medicare Advantage between 2006 and 2011 actually switched from traditional Medicare, a change most common among 65- to 69-year olds.
January 29, 2015
Growing and Aging Retiree Population Puts Focus on Medigap NeedAmericans today are living longer, which is certainly great news. But they are also encountering more health care issues and expenses as a result.
January 22, 2015
Why Medigap sellers’ ears are burningA House hearing was supposed to be about physician pay, but testimony drifted.
January 22, 2015
Why Medigap sellers’ ears are burningA House hearing was supposed to be about physician pay, but testimony drifted.
January 20, 2015
Aetna Medicare customers can switch plans after errorCMS says the company posted inaccurate pharmacy network information.
January 20, 2015
Aetna Medicare customers can switch plans after errorCMS says the company posted inaccurate pharmacy network information.