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.
Premiums inching higher for popular Medicare plans
By Ricardo Alonso-ZaldivarPremiums are increasing, but seniors shouldn't be too worried.
September 05, 2012
In Florida, Medicare Is Not a Senior-Only IssueIn Florida, where legions of retirees are so important to election outcomes, voters from seniors to young people express strong feelings about the future of Medicare.
September 04, 2012
Cigna Completes Acquisition of Great AmericanGreat American Supplemental Benefits Group will now do business as Cigna Supplemental Benefits.
September 04, 2012
In Florida, Medicare is not a senior-only issueYounger generations, particularly baby boomers, are keeping a close eye on both presidential candidates' views on Medicare.
August 15, 2012
Medicare Debate Heats Up Campaign TrailMitt Romney and President Barack Obama exchange heated comments over a key issue of this year's presidential race.
August 13, 2012
Paul Ryan, Kingmaker?With the pick of Paul Ryan, Romney has shown that he is willing to make a risky, far-right candidate his running mate despite the possible alienation of independents and his partners polarizing budget blueprint.
August 10, 2012
EBSA: Employers Can Skip Medicare Advantage SBCsAre Medicare Advantage benefits Medicare benefits? A Labor Department arm says they are.
August 08, 2012
NCOA: Near Retirees See LTC Planning GapAmericans ages 70 and older seem much more confident about LTC costs than near retirees do.