As the new head of the Medicare program, I encourage everyone with Medicare to take full advantage of this year's Open Enrollment period. This is your once-a-year opportunity to take a fresh look at ...

Far less doctors accept Medicare Advantage than traditional Medicare. If you want to change plans for 2026, now is the time.

If you're signing up for a Medicare Advantage plan, also recognize that different plans offer different benefits. It may be ...

Your Medicare number is on your government-issued Medicare card, Medicare.gov, and websites for other government benefits. It’s important to keep your Medicare number safe and report it immediately if ...

What do I do if I don’t think I can afford my Medicare premiums? Are the unsolicited calls I’m getting from “Medicare” really offering me free medications, or is it a scam? What’s the difference ...

Getting stuck with the wrong Medicare Advantage plan could cost you. It could also mean losing out on access to the care you need. It's not too late to switch your Medicare Advantage plan for 2025, ...

One drawback of Medicare Advantage over original Medicare is that plan participants are typically limited to a specific provider network. Going outside of your plan's network could mean getting less ...

If a parent is not automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A, you can help them enroll during their initial enrollment period (IEP). You can access enrollment options through the Social Security ...