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Looking for health insurance? Key differences between Medicare and Medicaid in 2026
3+ hour, 24+ min ago (403+ words) Understanding eligibility, coverage, and costs can help you choose the right program. As 2026 progresses, many Americans are exploring their health insurance options, particularly Medicare and Medicaid. While both programs provide coverage for millions of Americans, they serve distinct populations and…...
Medicare 2026: Changes and how they affect millions of beneficiaries
2+ week, 1+ day ago (354+ words) The changes will come as part of the ongoing Trump Administration. Medicare enrollees face a mix of rising costs, new rules, and potential savings in 2026, making it crucial to understand how changes affect coverage, out-of-pocket spending, and prescription benefits. And…...
Crossing this income line could raise your Medicare premiums in 2026
3+ week, 1+ day ago (463+ words) Understanding IRMAA and how your income can impact healthcare costs next year For many Americans on Medicare, 2026 will bring not only rising healthcare costs but also an increased likelihood of higher monthly premiums based on income. If you are enrolled…...
Health Systems dropping Medicare Advantage Plans in 2026: Full list
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (341+ words) The changes will begin from January and could lead to further strain on patients These terminations could have a significant impact for seniors who rely on MA plans for lower out-of-pocket costs and bundled benefits, as roughly half of Medicare…...
Medicare Open enrollment ends today: How to pick the right coverage before the deadline
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (556+ words) Marketplace shoppers, Medicare enrollees and workers with employer plans all face a changing landscape with key subsidies in limbo Open enrollment is underway in and the annual search for health coverage has once again left many people trying to sort…...
Medicare open enrollment ends December 7, 2025: Here are the mistakes to avoid
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (582+ words) Don't let common missteps cost you, key pitfalls to avoid as the 2025 enrollment window closes As the clock counts down toward December 7, the final day of open enrollment for Medicare in 2025, millions of beneficiaries find themselves scrambling to finalize their…...
Medicare Parts B & D: Understanding the IRMAA surcharges for 2026
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (678+ words) New income brackets, higher surcharges and a stricter threshold make next year costlier for many Medicare beneficiaries The growing number of Americans approaching retirement in the next decade will face a new financial calculation in 2026, as changes to Medicare Parts…...
Medigap vs. Medicare Open Enrollment: What are differences?
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (691+ words) The Medicare open enrollment window is underway, but many Americans still misunderstand how Medigap fits in As millions of Americans prepare to review their health coverage this fall, confusion continues to swirl around one of the most misunderstood parts of…...
Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage: Which one to choose based on your needs with the enrollment period open for 2026?
3+ mon, 3+ day ago (386+ words) Understanding how each Medicare option works can help you make the right choice for your health The annual Medicare open enrollment period has arrived, giving millions of Americans the opportunity to review, adjust, or switch their coverage for 2026. Whether you're…...
Medicare open enrollment 2026 faces staffing challenges: What beneficiaries should know
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (374+ words) Health policy leaders say government cuts and the recent shutdown have left CMS unprepared for its busiest season As Medicare's annual open enrollment season begins, health policy experts are warning that the agency overseeing the program is understaffed and under…...