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When it comes to Medicare, Part D — prescription drug coverage — can be one of the most important but most confusing pieces of the puzzle. With tons of plans, varying costs, and differing coverage, it can be overwhelming to understand your options, let alone know which will work for your needs. That’s where this…
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) has released the changes to Medicare premiums, deductibles, and income adjustments for 2025. Medicare Part B Premiums and IRMAA for 2025 Medicare Part B is essential for medical coverage, and its standard monthly premium in 2025 is $185.00, a little over ten dollars more than the standard premium…
For those with Medigap (Medicare Supplement) plans, you may be wondering what your options are for switching carriers or coverage over time as your healthcare needs change. Unlike Part D and Medicare Advantage that have an Annual Enrollment Period (Oct. 15-Dec. 7), Medigap beneficiaries can make changes to their plans at any time of year…
GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, Trulicity, and more are generating a lot of buzz for their effectiveness in weight loss and diabetes management. We’ll break down what you need to know about Wegovy and Ozempic and how Part D fits into the picture. What are GLP-1 drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic? Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro, and…
Have questions about Social Security and Medicare? Though they differ in benefits and eligibility, these two programs work together to provide you with financial security and healthcare coverage in your retirement years.
Here’s what you need to know about both programs, including eligibility, benefits and costs, and how you coordinate them.
AI is shaping the future of countless industries — including Medicare. But what does that mean for you? Here’s what you should know about the current and future use of AI, the positives and negatives that come with it, and how you can safeguard your health in this new era.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has taken significant steps to curb the rising cost of prescription drugs through the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program. As we have written about before, this groundbreaking initiative empowers Medicare to negotiate prices for some of the most commonly used and costly medications for chronic conditions such…
For the first time in its history, Medicare is negotiating drug prices directly with pharmaceutical companies. This initiative, established under the Inflation Reduction Act, aims to lower the cost of prescription medications for millions of Americans under the Medicare umbrella. The Medicare drug price negotiations are on-going, but the new prices are scheduled to be…
Losing your Medicare card can be a frustrating experience, but don’t worry: Getting a replacement card is a relatively straightforward process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to obtain a Medicare card replacement, whether you’ve lost it or simply need a new one. But first, let’s understand the importance of your…
CMS Proposes that Medicare Pay Health Care Professionals to Train Caregivers People suddenly facing a caregiving role can sometimes find a demanding and daunting routine, which many are technically and emotionally unprepared for. It’s a situation that can complicate a caregiver’s relationship with family members and impose a list of responsibilities that can prove overwhelming.…
