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Medicare Part B Alert: The 2026 Premium Just Hit $202.90 — the Highest Ever Recorded

If you’re on Medicare—or planning to enroll soon—there’s a number you can’t afford to ignore: $202.90 per month. That’s the new standard Medicare Part B...

Saving Advice · Apr 27

The 2027 COLA May Radically Change American Households

The upcoming 2027 COLA (cost-of-living adjustment) increase has started drawing serious attention because it could reshape how millions of households manage rising expenses, fixed incomes, and long-term financial planning. Social Security adjustments rarely spark excitement at first glance, but this one carries the potential to influence grocery budgets, rent decisions,…

The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 27

It costs $230 out-of-pocket to see a dermatologist. Many Australians go without – despite soaring skin cancer rates

Exclusive: Report shows cost of first appointment rose $20 in one year, with steeper rises in Western Australia, South Australia and Tasmania

The Guardian - AU · Apr 25

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A Big Change to Medicare Prior Authorization: 7‑Day Deadline Now Mandatory

Medicare just made a move that could seriously speed up healthcare decisions for millions of Americans. A new rule now requires insurers to respond to prior authorization requests within a strict seven-day window, and that deadline could make a real difference when timing matters most. Patients and providers often face…

The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 25

The Medicare Rule Change Causing Confusion in 6 States — Here’s What It Really Means

If you’ve heard that a new Medicare rule is “changing how care gets approved,” you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining the confusion. In 2026, a...

Saving Advice · Apr 25

If You Live on Social Security Alone, You May Qualify for These 4 Things

If Social Security is your only income, you may qualify for additional government benefits and assistance programs that could help stretch your monthly budget.

GOBankingRates · Apr 25

Chemed Stock Jumps 11% on Q1 Beat, VITAS Hospice Strength and Raised 2026 Outlook

Chemed Corp. shares soared more than 10% in midday trading Friday, climbing to around $424 after the healthcare services company delivered a solid first-quarter 2026 earnings beat, highlighted by strong performance at its VITAS hospice business and an upgraded full-year outlook that exceeded Wall Street expectations.

International Business Times · Apr 24

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How Far Social Security Checks Went in 1990 Compared to Today

Keep reading to find out if Social Security checks have kept up with both inflation and rising costs of living.

GOBankingRates · Apr 24

10 Years Until Retirement? Here Are 5 Investing Rules to Follow

If you're planning to retire in 10 years, it's critical to get your financial house in order. These five investing rules will help make sure you're on the right track.

Kiplinger · Apr 24

3 Questions That Determine if You’re Actually Ready to Retire Early

Thinking of calling it quits in your late 50s or early 60s? Before you retire early, see if you can answer these three important questions.

Kiplinger · Apr 24

The longevity revolution is here. Our systems still think we die at 65

Most of us can expect to live into our 80s, 90s and beyond. Yet from Medicare to financial planning, we still design for short lives and early retirement.

Fortune · Apr 23

America's Debt Problem Is a Health Care Problem

And the government's "solution" is making it worse.

Reason · Apr 23

Molina Healthcare Stock Explodes 11% on Q1 Earnings Beat and Cost Control Wins

Molina Healthcare Inc. shares skyrocketed more than 11% Thursday, surging to around $170.49 as investors cheered the managed care giant's first-quarter 2026 earnings beat and disciplined medical cost management amid a challenging environment for health insurers.

International Business Times · Apr 23

RFK Jr agenda suffers another loss as trans advocates hail ‘huge step forward’

Judge’s repeal of Trump ban on gender-affirming care for children ‘a meaningful win for patients’, experts say

The Guardian - US · Apr 23

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Saving Advice · Apr 22

8 Critical Decisions You Need to Make Before the New 2027 Medicare ‘Plan Simplicity’ Rules Take Effect

If you’re on Medicare (or about to be), you may want to pay close attention to what’s coming in 2027. Federal regulators are rolling out...

The Independent UK · Apr 22

Trump team delays pilot program for Medicare to cover cost of ‘fat shot’

Without insurance or discounts, GLP-1 injectables can cost more than $1,000 per month

The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 22

4 Hidden Costs in Zero-Premium Medicare Plans

Zero-premium Medicare plans sound like a financial win right out of the gate. No monthly premium feels like a break, especially for retirees managing fixed incomes and rising healthcare costs. These plans, often offered through Medicare Advantage, promise coverage that looks similar to traditional Medicare but without that recurring bill.

Kiplinger · Apr 22

Will Your Retirement Income Trigger the IRMAA This Year? (Plus, 6 Ways to Avoid it in the Future)

Medicare costs can spike if your income triggers the income-related monthly adjustment amount. Here's what to expect in 2026 and how to avoid it in the future.

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The Conversation · Apr 22

While it wasn’t his idea, Medicare helped make the mythos of Bob Hawke

It was the big-picture reform that defined the Labor prime minister Bob Hawke and infuriated his opponents with its radical promise of a fairer, healthier society.

Saving Advice · Apr 21

The Medicare Card Scam: Why You Should Never Pay for a Replacement Card Under Any Circumstance

If someone calls you saying you need to pay for a replacement Medicare card, hang up immediately—because it’s almost certainly a scam. This tactic has...

The Independent UK · Apr 21

Dr. Oz announces a 50-state audit of Medicaid program oversight

The Trump administration is requiring all 50 states to explain their plans to revalidate some Medicaid providers

Barchart · Apr 21

UnitedHealth Stock Just Surged Into Overbought Territory. Is It Too Late to Bet on a Turnaround?

UnitedHealth shares rally on strong Q1 earnings and impressive full-year guidance. Here’s why it isn’t too late to invest in UNH stock yet.

The Guardian - US · Apr 21

Trump wants $1.5tn for the Pentagon – and cuts to healthcare and housing

The president’s proposed $445bn increase in military spending would batter popular domestic programs as millions struggle

GOBankingRates · Apr 21

5 Ways Retirees Accidentally Reduce Their Social Security Checks

Claiming early, working too much or triggering taxes can cut Social Security benefits. Learn the common mistakes retirees make -- and how to avoid them.

Saving Advice · Apr 20

The 1.3 Million List: Why Medicare Is Replacing ID Numbers for 1.3 Million Enrollees

If you’ve heard about new Medicare cards showing up in mailboxes across the country, you’re not imagining things. In 2026, about 1.3 million Medicare beneficiaries...

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