With new costs and benefits coming to Medicare in 2026, it's time to prepare. Follow our simple 4-step checklist to review ...

The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services is making significant changes for 2026 to its Medicare Plan Finder tool, which enrollees use to select plans. The federal agency will require each Medicare ...

KUTV — Choosing the right Medicare plan can seem overwhelming, especially during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), running through December 7, when you’re able to make changes to your coverage. For ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What’s the easiest way to compare Medicare Part D prescription drug plans? My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to use the open enrollment period to find ...

When researching Medicare plans, individuals can consider which doctors or healthcare facilities nearby accept Medicare. Several online tools can help locate a Medicare-approved doctor. Medicare has a ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What does Medicare factor into its star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the open enrollment period and want to get it right this time. — Medicare Shopper ...

Medicare beneficiaries face confusion in selecting plans, with 75% finding the process challenging and many unaware of upcoming changes in 2026. Medicare Advantage enrollment is expected to decline in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Diane Omdahl is a Medicare expert who keeps her readers in the know. Updated October 30, 2024: This post was revised to note that ...

People in Medicare Advantage plans are now in the middle of the Open Enrollment period allowing them to either change plans or switch to Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage plans from health ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Diane Omdahl is a Medicare expert who keeps her readers in the know. The Inflation Reduction Act is having quite an impact on 2025 ...

Millions rely on Medicare Part D, but many prescription drugs won't be covered in 2026. See which meds are excluded, why, and ...