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The pros and cons of Medicare Advantage plans

Advice to help you choose between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.

Fortune · Aug 9, 2023

Money's tight for young people. Adding a Medicare-style levy to everyone's tax bill is the wrong way to increase aged-care funding

The funding of Australia’s aged care is fast reaching a critical point. As our recent report shows, the costs of providing high-quality services will likely escalate to A$40 billion by 2026 as the first baby boomers reach their eighties.

The Conversation · Aug 9, 2023

Will Weight-Loss Drugs Spike Medicare Costs?: Kiplinger Economic Forecasts

Lawmakers are trying to get weight-loss drugs like Wegovy covered by Medicare. Long-term savings are possible, but it could cost the program $27 billion.

Kiplinger · Aug 7, 2023

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Ozempic and Wegovy maker courts prominent Black leaders to get Medicare's favor

Drugmaker Novo Nordisk focuses on Black lawmakers and opinion leaders to spread the message that obesity is a chronic disease — worth treating at a cost of $1,000 or more a month.

WEKU · Aug 7, 2023

ACT govt 'undercutting' efforts to make GP visits cheaper, doctors say

Canberrans could end up paying $15 more to see their GP.

The Canberra Times · Aug 6, 2023

Tempur Sealy Resumes Operations After Cyber Attack

The mattress giant says a forensic investigation is ongoing.

Kiplinger · Aug 4, 2023

The High Costs of Senior Caregiving

Out-of-pocket costs for caregivers average about $7,000 per year. Here's how to get some help.

Kiplinger · Aug 3, 2023

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Does Medicare provide a grocery allowance? What seniors need to know to buy the food they need

Assistance is available through some Medicare Advantage plans and other federally funded programs.

Fortune · Aug 2, 2023

Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of 612K Medicare Recipients

CMS is notifying beneficiaries and offering free credit monitoring services.

Kiplinger · Jul 31, 2023

Does Medicare cover the shingles vaccine? What to know about the cost

The shingles vaccine is free for most Medicare beneficiaries.

Fortune · Jul 31, 2023

Federal Government’s Massive Fiscal Shortfall Revealed In Treasury Report

U.S. Treasury's Shocking Report: $124.1 Trillion in Debts and Unfunded Obligations

Zenger · Jul 29, 2023

Does Medicare cover acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a popular non-invasive treatment option for a variety of health issues.

Fortune · Jul 28, 2023

What's a fair price for a prescription drug? Medicare's about to weigh in

Medicare soon will start something it hasn't done in its 58-year history: Negotiate on drug prices. On Sept. 1, Medicare will target the first 10 drugs for price negotiations.

WEKU · Jul 28, 2023

They billed Medicare late for his anesthesia. He went to collections for a $3,000 tab

Medicare was supposed to cover the entire cost of his procedure. But the anesthesia provider failed to file its claims in a timely manner and billed the patient instead.

WEKU · Jul 27, 2023

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The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023

The $500 million ATO fraud highlights flaws in the myGov ID system. Here's how to keep your data safe

The Australian Tax Office (ATO) paid out more than half a billion dollars to cyber criminals between July 2021 and February 2023, according to an ABC report.

Fortune · Jul 26, 2023

Does Medicare pay for glasses? Learn what’s covered—and your other options

92% of Medicare beneficiaries wear glasses, yet Medicare only covers them in one instance.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 26, 2023

‘I don’t want treatment’: study shows financial toll of cancer is leading Australians to delay or stop care

Research reveals managing ‘financial toxicity’ for those diagnosed is crucial but there is a lack of resourcing and training to help deal with costs

The Conversation · Jul 26, 2023

Where the government draws the line for Medicaid coverage leaves out many older Americans who may need help paying for medical and long-term care bills – new research

The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work.

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Fortune · Jul 25, 2023

Does Medicare cover chiropractic care?

This condition happens when the vertebra is out of alignment.

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023

Was a top psychiatrist ‘imprisoning’ patients as part of a Medicare scam – or is he a victim of a smear campaign?

One patient likened her stay to a prison, and said she was ‘terrified’ after being given a sedative against her will, writes Graig Graziosi

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 24, 2023

Remembering Tony Bennett at Ravinia

Despite the rain, a suburban reader writes, a performance by Tony Bennett years ago “was absolutely worth it.”

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jul 20, 2023

President Biden talked ‘Bidenomics’ at the Philly Shipyard. Here’s what it means.

President Biden has a new reelection campaign catchphrase: Bidenomics.

Fortune · Jul 20, 2023

What does Medicare Part B cover? Here’s everything you need to know about its benefits and costs

Part B has the widest array of health benefits—and the widest array of coverage exclusions.

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023

Jill Biden welcomes proposal for Medicare to pay for navigation services for cancer patients

Jill Biden is welcoming a federal proposal to have Medicare pay for navigation services for cancer patients

Fortune · Jul 18, 2023

What does Medicare Part A cover? Here’s everything you need to know about its benefits and costs

Medicare Part A helps cover hospital stays, and sometimes covers skilled facility care, home health care and hospice care.

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