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fool.com > retirement > 01/14/2026 > medicare-advantage-covers-3-surprising-grocery-sto

Medicare Advantage Covers 3 Surprising Grocery Store Staples

Medicare Advantage Covers 3 Surprising Grocery Store Staples15+ hour, 45+ min ago   (285+ words) Medicare Advantage plans may cover more than you think. Most people think of Medicare Advantage as a program that provides coverage for healthcare services, which is its primary function. However, the program can also offer a broader array of benefits…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/14/2026 > why-march-31-is-a-critical-date-for-medicare-advan

Why March 31 Is a Critical Date for Medicare Advantage Plan Enrollees

Why March 31 Is a Critical Date for Medicare Advantage Plan Enrollees1+ day, 1+ hour ago   (317+ words) Medicare Advantage Plan enrollees need to mark March 31 on their calendars to make sure they have the right coverage. As a retiree, it's critical that you have the right healthcare coverage. That's why anyone who's currently enrolled in a Medicare…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/14/2026 > all-2026-medicare-enrollees-should-consider-doing

All 2026 Medicare Enrollees Should Consider Doing This

All 2026 Medicare Enrollees Should Consider Doing This1+ day, 2+ hour ago   (312+ words) It's a move that could save you money in the long run. One big misconception about Medicare is that it offers free healthcare for seniors. Not only are there monthly premiums associated with Medicare, but there are also deductibles, copays,…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/13/2026 > medicare-will-no-longer-cover-this-popular-service

Medicare Will No Longer Cover This Popular Service Starting Jan. 31

Medicare Will No Longer Cover This Popular Service Starting Jan. 312+ day, 1+ hour ago   (276+ words) Doctors offer this service regularly, but soon Medicare won't pay for it. For many seniors, frequent doctor visits are a part of life, either to help them stay healthy or to manage chronic conditions that have developed over time. Having…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/13/2026 > heres-why-you-may-not-want-a-medicare-advantage-pl

Here's Why You May Not Want a Medicare Advantage Plan in 2026

Here's Why You May Not Want a Medicare Advantage Plan in 20262+ day, 4+ hour ago   (439+ words) These plans come with certain pitfalls you should know about. Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurers. They're required to offer at least the same level of care as Medicare. However, it's common for Medicare Advantage plans to offer…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/12/2026 > 1-important-medicare-rule-all-retirees-need-to-kno

1 Important Medicare Rule All Retirees Need to Know in 2026

1 Important Medicare Rule All Retirees Need to Know in 20262+ day, 20+ hour ago   (376+ words) It's a rule that could impact the cost of your health coverage. One of the biggest misconceptions about Medicare is that coverage under it is free. While Medicare Part A, which covers hospital care, is generally free for enrollees, Part…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/12/2026 > new-rules-says-medicare-advantage-cant-cover-these

New Rules Says Medicare Advantage Can't Cover These Treatments More Seniors Rely On

New Rules Says Medicare Advantage Can't Cover These Treatments More Seniors Rely On3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (310+ words) Medicare Advantage coverage limits are getting much stricter in 2026. Since 2018, Medicare Advantage Plans have had flexibility in what they cover, as the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 allowed plans to expand coverage to include Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill. Supplementary…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/11/2026 > this-2026-medicare-change-will-deal-retirees-a-har

This 2026 Medicare Change Will Deal Retirees a Harsh Blow

This 2026 Medicare Change Will Deal Retirees a Harsh Blow4+ day, 3+ hour ago   (440+ words) Make sure it's on your radar. Once you retire, there are a number of costs that might eat up a large chunk of your budget. Housing is one of them. Even if your home is mortgage-free, you'll still need to…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/11/2026 > new-medicare-advantage-rule-prohibits-coverage-of

New Medicare Advantage Rule Prohibits Coverage of 3 Services Seniors Need

New Medicare Advantage Rule Prohibits Coverage of 3 Services Seniors Need4+ day, 3+ hour ago   (267+ words) Medicare Advantage is putting some strict new coverage rules in place, including for services some retirees need. Many seniors choose Medicare Advantage plans over traditional Medicare because the plans can provide more comprehensive coverage and pay for things that standard…...

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fool.com > retirement > 01/10/2026 > heres-what-medicare-part-b-costs-in-2026

Here's What Medicare Part B Costs in 2026

Here's What Medicare Part B Costs in 20264+ day, 12+ hour ago   (496+ words) It's important to have a good sense of what you'll pay for health coverage. Once you turn 65, you may start getting health coverage through Medicare. Whether that's more or less expensive than your previous coverage depends on your situation, though....