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The most likely solution to the U.S. debt crisis is severe austerity triggered by a fiscal calamity, former White House economic adviser says

“Eventually, in the unforeseeable future, austerity may be the most likely of the six possible outcomes.”

Fortune

Social Security Rules Get A 2026 Rewrite — What It Means For Your Wallet

New rules are set to be implemented in the Social Security program in 2026, bringing changes to benefits, cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), taxes, and Medicare. These changes are expected to affect millions of older Americans who depend on the program.

Benzinga

5 Key Things To Consider When Claiming Social Security, According to Kevin Lum

There are five key things to consider in deciding when you should claim Social Security, according to financial expert Kevin Lum, and health is a huge one.

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5 Retirement Myths That Could Cost You $100,000

You set aside money in your 401(k) -- but even careful savers can fall prey to costly misconceptions that quietly chip away at their future income.

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Hospitals Are Rolling Out New Billing Audits During Winter

Hospitals across the country are tightening billing audits this winter, and retirees are among those most likely to feel the impact. These audits are designed...

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8 Medicare Claim Denial Trends Emerging During Winter Reprocessing

Medicare claim reprocessing is always a complex system, but this winter retirees are noticing new denial trends that can directly affect their healthcare coverage. Hospitals,...

Saving Advice

Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage Quiz: Which is Right for You?

Take this quick quiz to discover your "Medicare Personality Type" and learn whether you are a Traditionalist, or a Bundler.

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Michael Burry Doubles Down on Molina Healthcare Stock. What Is the Bull Case for MOH Here?

Burry finds value in holding this healthcare counter for the long term.

Barchart

6 January COLA Realities Every Retiree Should Know

Each January, Social Security beneficiaries receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) designed to offset inflation. The adjustment is based on the Consumer Price Index for Urban...

Saving Advice

5 Hidden Network Changes That Could Disrupt Your Medicare Coverage This Year

Medicare Advantage plans and supplemental insurance policies rely on provider networks to deliver care. Each year, insurers adjust these networks to reflect costs, contracts, and...

Saving Advice

9 Scams Targeting Retirees During the Holiday Shopping Season

The holiday season is peak time for fraudsters. Increased spending, online shopping, and charitable giving create opportunities for scams. Retirees are particularly vulnerable because they...

Saving Advice

Federal Retirement Program Tweaks Are Taking Effect After the Holiday Season

Federal retirement programs—including Social Security, Medicare, pensions, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) accounts—are undergoing routine updates at the start of 2026. While these adjustments may...

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Female GPs not immune to chronic gender pay gap malady

Female GPs in Australia are earning up to 10 per cent less per hour than their male colleagues, driven by longer consultation times and associated rebates.

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How Is Humana Stock Performance Compared to Other Healthcare Services Stocks?

Humana stock has underperformed compared to the healthcare services group, but analysts remain fairly bullish about its prospects.

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15 Costly Drugs Will Get Medicare Price Cuts in 2027: Will You Save?

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services extended a safety net to older Americans by announcing significant price reductions on 15 high-cost prescription drugs, effective in 2027.

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Medicare Part B Premium Drafts Are Spiking for Many Fixed-Income Seniors

Medicare Part B premiums are increasing in January, reflecting higher healthcare costs and adjustments in program funding. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)...

Saving Advice

9 New Hospital Billing Codes Seniors Will Start Seeing This Winter

Hospitals and insurers rely on billing codes to classify medical services, treatments, and procedures. These codes determine how providers are reimbursed and how patients are...

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Pharmacies Are Repricing Dozens of Common Medications at the Start of the Year

Every January, prescription drug costs shift, and 2025 is no exception. These changes are not simply pharmacies “repricing” medications; they stem from a combination of...

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Major Medicare Advantage Adjustments Rolling Out Right After New Year’s

Medicare Advantage plans are a popular choice for millions of retirees because they combine traditional Medicare coverage with additional benefits. These plans often include prescription...

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9 Hidden Costs Seniors Face During January Prescription Refills

The start of the year often brings financial surprises for seniors, especially when it comes to prescription refills. Many retirees expect their medication costs to...

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7 Social Security Updates Arriving After the Holiday Break That Retirees Must Prepare For

Social Security is the backbone of retirement income for millions of Americans. Even small changes can have a big impact on monthly budgets. After the...

Kiplinger

Are You Ready for 65? The Medicare Initial Enrollment Period Quiz

Turning 65 soon? Test your basic knowledge of Medicare's Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) rules in our quick quiz.

Fortune

The trade war was never going to fix our deficit

Trump's tariffs won't alter the trajectory of our national debt or entitlements. For the economy's sake, the Supreme Court should end this abuse of power.

Kiplinger

3 Ways to Stretch the 2026 Social Security COLA For Your Budget

Three steps retirees can take to stretch the Social Security COLA to fit their budgets.

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How Fraudsters Exploit Medicare’s Open Enrollment Confusion

Every fall, millions of Americans face the critical task of reviewing their health coverage during Medicare open enrollment. While this period is meant to empower...

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