The Latest Breaking News from Medicare

Medicare’s Appeal System is Backfiring — And Seniors Are Getting Bigger Bills

Medicare appeal rules are supposed to protect seniors from unfair denials, but the system is increasingly working against the very people it was designed to...

Saving Advice · Feb 22

The Routine Home Visit That’s Triggering Surprise Medicare Denials

A Medicare home visit is supposed to be simple, routine, and helpful—but for many seniors, it’s quietly becoming the reason their claims are being denied....

Saving Advice · Feb 22

How One Extra Dollar of Income Can Cost You Thousands in Retirement

Even modest changes in retirement income can raise Medicare premiums under IRMAA. Here’s how a small increase can affect your retirement costs.

Kiplinger · Feb 22

Medicare Part B Premiums Above $200? What New York Seniors Are Facing This Year

You opened your statement expecting the usual small increase, but the number staring back at you felt like a mistake. For many New York seniors, the reality of Medicare Part B premiums hitting the 200 dollar mark is a major financial blow. It is frustrating to feel like your fixed…

Budget and the Bees · Feb 21

March Social Security Surprise: Why Some Retirees Are Seeing Smaller Deposits — And the 5 Things to Check First

Have you noticed that your Social Security deposit looked a little smaller than it did the past couple of months? Well, you’re not alone. Retirees...

Saving Advice · Feb 21

How Retirees Can Get ‘Free Money’ From the Government

Financial experts said many of these forms of assistance are available to a broader range of retirees than most people realize. Here's how to get "free money."

GOBankingRates · Feb 21

I Asked ChatGPT How Retirees Can Lower Their Lifetime Taxes — Here’s What It Said

With tax season in full swing, I looked ahead to retirement planning with the IRS on my mind.

GOBankingRates · Feb 21

New CBO report shows national debt spiraling into uncharted territory by 2035—and Trump's tariffs defeat will make the picture even worse

By 2035, the CBO expects the deficit to reach $2.96 trillion or 6.2% of GDP versus 5.8% today, and almost double the multi-decade, pre-pandemic average.

Fortune · Feb 21

3 Medicare Cost Hikes Every Retiree Should Know About (Before They Spend Again)

If your Social Security check felt a little lighter this year (or your monthly budget suddenly feels tighter), you’re not imagining it. Several Medicare cost...

Saving Advice · Feb 21

7 Retirement Changes Lawmakers Are Debating That Could Hit Seniors First

If you’re retired (or planning to retire soon), there’s a growing list of proposals in Washington that could reshape how older Americans receive benefits. Some...

Saving Advice · Feb 21