Medicare Planning
Medicare planning news and analysis, including coverage of the Medicare Advantage program, Medicare supplement insurance, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly plans.
Medicare Part D Changes Raise Questions for Working Clients
By Bethany CissellFor some, sticking with employer coverage only past age 65 could lead to lifetime penalties.
August 09, 2024
EHealth CEO to Medicare Advantage: Extend the Enrollment Period NowFran Soistman worries about beneficiaries facing a perfect storm of enrollment confusion.
August 09, 2024
Here's How Much Retiring Clients Can Expect to Pay for Health Care: FidelityThe number, up 4.8% from 2023, is a chance to get clients thinking about Medicare enrollment.
August 08, 2024
Aetna May Let Medicare Plan Enrollment Fall 10% in 2025Older clients may see their plans getting a lot leaner this fall.
July 30, 2024
How Medicare Can Make Summer HealthierOne way to connect with older clients is to tell them about benefits that are right for the season.
July 18, 2024
Biden Administration Backs Off From Medicare Agent Pay FightOfficials have agreed to a stay that will push big changes back until after the general election.
July 17, 2024
Primerica Move Raises Questions About Medicare Market StabilityThe company is giving up a newly acquired health arm partly due to "an uncertain regulatory environment."
July 16, 2024
Will Medicare Advantage Work in 2025? UnitedHealth Hopes SoAn executive with the insurance giant said it's too early to predict what will happen next year.