Medicare Open Enrollment Ends Dec 7

Medicare Open Enrollment Ends Dec 7

Most beneficiaries have from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 to decide on drug coverage and whether to switch from traditional Medicare to a Medicare Advantage plan. Older or disabled Americans with Medicare coverage have probably noticed an uptick in mail solicitations from health...
How do seniors living alone rate their health?

How do seniors living alone rate their health?

BY RACHEL BLUTH, KAISER HEALTH NEWS   People over 65 who live alone were more likely to describe their health as excellent or very good than were seniors who live with others, according to a study exploring connections between older Americans’ health status and their...
How much should I expect to pay for Medicare?

How much should I expect to pay for Medicare?

Part A of Medicare has no direct premium cost to a participant, but it does have a $1,288 per admission deductible in 2016.   Part B of Medicare has a monthly premium that is automatically deducted from your Social Security check.  Each participant has a monthly...