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5 Fixes That Could Help Save Medicare
Medicare There have been dire warnings about the overall health of Medicare for years, yet policymakers have been slow to act. Here's how Congress can shore up the program.
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Get Free Over-the-Counter COVID Tests Through Medicare
Medicare Beneficiaries can get up to eight tests a month through both original Medicare and Advantage plans.
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Medicare to Consider Lowering Part B Premiums
Medicare Beneficiaries could see a reduced Part B premium after Biogen announced it would slash the price of its expensive, and controversial, new Alzheimer's treatment, Aduhelm.
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What Retirees Will Pay for Medicare in 2022
Medicare Seniors will pay more for Parts B and D this year, though Medicare Advantage plans should be slightly cheaper.
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Medicare Part B Premium Jumps Dramatically for 2022
Medicare Rising health care costs and the approval of Aduhelm, a new expensive Alzheimer's drug, were partly to blame for increases in the Part B premium and deductible.
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Biden's Spending Framework Limits Medicare Expansion
Medicare The Medicare expansion in President Joe Biden's $1.75 trillion spending plan included fewer new benefits than some Democrats had hoped for.
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Even If You Already Have Medicare, Don’t You Dare Skip Open Enrollment
Medicare It’s the perfect time to think about what’s changed in your life and with your health care plan. After looking at these four issues, you might find there is a better option for you.
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How Congress Could Expand Medicare Benefits to Cover Dental, Hearing and Vision
Medicare Democrats have included the proposal for the new benefits in their budget reconciliation bill. They also want to allow Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices with pharmaceutical companies.
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Medicare Part A Funds to Run Out in 2026
Medicare The trust fund for Medicare Part A did not significantly change from last year, though its financial position still remains precarious.
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