Medicare Advantage Plans Are Tightening Their Belts. Now’s the Time to Switch.
If you’re in an Advantage plan that no longer meets your needs, you can switch through March 31 during the annual Medicare ...
Medicare's new $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket drug costs could save enrollees thousands, AARP says
The AARP report suggests the spending cap could be huge for Medicare enrollees who take costly drugs for cancer, rheumatoid ...
Researchers find Medicare Advantage beneficiaries do not receive more dental, vision or hearing care
As the privatized form of Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans advertise dental, vision, and hearing benefits not covered by ...
Medicare nursing home coverage: Under what conditions could you receive this benefit?
Navigating Medicare nursing home coverage can be a bit tricky, but understanding the specifics can help you make informed ...
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CMS retracts Medicare Advantage enrollment report
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services will issue corrected data on Medicare Advantage enrollment the week of Jan. 20 ...
How Much Does Vascepa Cost on Medicare?
Vascepa (icosapent ethyl) is used to help lower blood triglyceride levels and reduce the risk of heart problems. Medicare Part D generally covers it.
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CMS proposes Medicare Advantage payment hike in 2026
The Biden administration’s last MA rule is a boon for insurers, though it remains to be seen how the incoming Trump ...
What to expect in the sequel to Medicare’s drug price negotiation program
CMS is expected to publish up to 15 drugs for the second cycle of the program by Feb. 1, and these are some of the drugs most ...
US Proposes $21 Billion Medicare Payment Boost to Insurers
Health insurance companies selling private Medicare Advantage plans in the US would see a greater increase in payments in ...
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Docs incensed by Medicare Advantage hike, demand physician payment update
Medicare Advantage (MA) benchmark payments are poised to increase by 2.23%, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS ...
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Study: Medicare Advantage users largely in the dark about dental, vision, hearing benefits
A study on traditional Medicare beneficiaries found that more of those had coverage for supplemental services compared to ...
Liz Weston: Can I start a Medicare Advantage Plan, then switch back to original Medicare without paying a fine?
Medicare Advantage plans may offer types of coverage that original Medicare does not, such as hearing, dental or eye care.