The Latest Breaking News from Medicare

FDA Approves the First Eye-Specific Bevacizumab, Ending Two Decades of Pharmacy Repackaging for Wet AMD

FDA-approved Lytenava, the first ophthalmic bevacizumab for wet AMD, replaces compounded repackaging of a cancer drug. What changes for patients.

Medical Daily · Jul 28

Elissa Slotkin Warns Trump's Generic Drug Tariffs Risk Raising Prescription Costs: 'You, the Customer, Will Pay That Price'

Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) warned that President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on generic prescription drugs could increase costs for patients, arguing that allowing Medicare to negotiate broader drug prices would be a more effective way to lower healthcare expenses.

Benzinga · Jul 28

Federal Medicaid Work Rule Takes Legal Effect Friday as a Judge Weighs Whether to Pause It

The Medicaid work rule takes effect July 31, and CMS projects 2.3 million fewer enrollees in FY2027. What enrollees should check before August 31.

Medical Daily · Jul 28

Patients Paid Less for GLP-1s While Total Spending Climbed, and Formularies Have Been Swinging Ever Since

A study found GLP-1 out-of-pocket costs fell as total spending rose. Here is what formulary swings mean for your coverage at renewal.

Medical Daily · Jul 27

One Nation is worried about PBS drugs sold on the black market. But how big an issue is this?

One Nation is concerned about subsidised, prescription medicines being sold on the black market, one of several examples of what it says are Medicare “rorts”.

The Conversation · Jul 26

Why Paying More in Taxes Today Could Leave You Wealthier Tomorrow: A Financial Planner Explains Roth Conversions

Roth conversions sound like a no-brainer — pay more tax now to pay less in future. But you need to understand your tax bracket to make sure they'll work for you.

Kiplinger · Jul 26

Medicare's New $50 GLP-1 Copay Is Temporary and Expires in 2027 — Millions of Seniors Could Lose Access Again

Medicare's $50 GLP-1 program expires December 31, 2027. BALANCE is delayed. No permanent coverage exists. What seniors need to know before starting Wegovy or Zepbound.

Medical Daily · Jul 25

Why Most People Overpay Taxes in Retirement — and Don't Even Know It

The retirees who enjoy the lowest tax bills in retirement aren't those who earned the least — they're the ones who plan ahead for their retirement income.

Kiplinger · Jul 25

Millions of Older Americans Are Starting GLP-1 Drugs Under Medicare Without Age-Specific Safety Standards, Experts Say

The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program lacks required muscle, bone, and nutrition screening for adults over 65. Geriatric experts say older patients need different standards. Here's why.

Medical Daily · Jul 25

Federal Watchdog Recovered $5.56 Billion in Healthcare Fraud and Banned 1,212 Providers from Medicare

The HHS OIG recovered $5.56 billion in healthcare fraud from October 2025 to March 2026 and banned 1,212 providers from Medicare. Here is what the report means for patients.

Medical Daily · Jul 25