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 Moves Toward Election Season Clash With Insurers
By Allison BellGovernment payments may rise just half as much as the plans' costs. Plan menus could shrink.
March 26, 2024
Why the New Old Age Could Be DifferentInsurers fought tuberculosis, then smoking. Now, they're gunning for dementia and frailty.
March 21, 2024
New Social Security Chief Promises Overpayment Clawback FixMartin O'Malley told senators changes will be in place Monday.
March 21, 2024
Republicans Call for Raising Retirement AgeThe Republican Study Committee's 2025 budget also suggests reducing benefits for top earners who aren't near retirement.
March 20, 2024
HSA Planning After 55: What Your Clients Might Not KnowWhile most employees are familiar with the account's tax benefits, issues specific to older workers are often ignored.
March 20, 2024
The Rules for Medigap Before Age 65, in 12 StatesThe rules for clients who become eligible for traditional Medicare before age 65 can be complicated.
March 13, 2024
Nebraska Regulators Fight Medicare Supplement Policy UnderpricingShoddy actuarial work and reckless efforts to build market share can lead to problems at policy renewal time.
March 12, 2024
Biden Floats $2 Co-Pay Limits on Popular Drugs Under MedicareThe caps proposed in Biden's budget would apply to blood pressure and cholesterol drugs.