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New Scam Targets Seniors With Fake Medical Devices — Here’s How to Spot It

If someone calls offering a “free” medical device covered by Medicare, it might sound like a blessing—but it could actually be a costly scam. Across...

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How Medicare’s Income-Related Surcharge Sneaks Up On Retirees

The number looks small at first glance, almost harmless, tucked neatly into a government notice that feels more routine than urgent. Then the math starts to pile up, month after month, year after year, and suddenly that “small” surcharge turns into a budget disruptor with serious staying power. Medicare does…

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Humana Surges Above 50-Day MA. Should You Buy HUM Stock on CMS Rate Changes Here?

Humana shares rally as CMS finalized 2027 Medicare Advantage payments rate at 2.48%. Valuation and options pricing warrant owning HUM shares in 2026.

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What You Need To Know Ahead of Humana's Earnings Release

Humana is scheduled to release its first-quarter results later this month, with analysts projecting double-digit earnings drop.

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5 Ways To Create Your Own COLA Now If You’re Worried About a Smaller Social Security Raise in 2027

Medicare Part B and other expenses can eat into Social Security's cost-of-living adjustments. Learn how to boost your Social Security income for 2027.

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We're 59 and Retired With $5.3 Million. We Want to Spend $250,000 a Year Until Medicare and Social Security Start. Are We Nuts?

We are retired and want to spend $250,000 a year, but once Medicare and Social Security start, we'll need less. Are we nuts?

Kiplinger

I'm a Financial Adviser: This Is How to Ensure Your Kids Never Hear, 'We Might Lose the House'

Instead of seeing retirement planning as a game of optimizing returns, try to view it as building a plan that keeps your family steady when life punches first.

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Oregon Could Be the Retirement Haven You Don't Know About: 13 Facts to Consider, From a Financial Planner Who Lives There

Looking for a great retirement destination? Oregon has no sales tax, no state tax on your Social Security, highly rated health care and a temperate climate.

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7 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Claiming to Be From Medicare

No one expects danger when they hear their phone ringing. In fact, most older adults assume it’s their family calling to check in or their...

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California couple allegedly reaped millions when elderly man landed in hospice but he was just constipated

Part of a federal Medicare crackdown.

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Nasdaq Rises as Iran Deadline Draws Near: Stock Market Today

The "Trump always chickens out" trade faces its severest test, with the fate of an ancient culture and crude oil prices at stake.

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UnitedHealth Stock Is Poised to Break Through 100-Day Moving Average on CMS 2027 Rate Updates. Should You Buy UNH Here?

UnitedHealth stock soars as CMS finalizes 2027 reimbursement rates for Medicare Advantage plans at 2.48%. Bernstein explains why UNH shares are worth buying at current levels.

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U.S. Health Insurers Rally As Medicare Advantage Payments Jump Beyond Expectations

The unexpected CMS rate hike eases pressure on insurer margins and signals potential stability in Medicare Advantage coverage for tens of millions of beneficiaries.

International Business Times

Red tape delays mental health care for rural Aussies

A Medicare change designed to improve quality of care is inadvertently disadvantaging rural people seeking mental health treatment, an inquiry has been told.

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8 Medicare Changes for 2026 That Could Impact Your Benefits and Costs

If you’re on Medicare (or planning to enroll soon), this year has brought some important changes you can’t afford to ignore. From rising premiums to...

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8 Surprising Things Medicare Does Not Cover

Many seniors assume Medicare will cover most of their healthcare needs, but that’s not always the case. In reality, there are several important services and...

Reason

Why Does Trump Want the Biggest Defense Budget Ever?

Plus: Trump’s budget ignores the deficit, NASA’s Artemis program faces delays and rising costs, and a listener asks about libertarian alternatives to Medicare for All.

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7 Services That Help Seniors Find the Best Medicare Plan Without Overpaying

Choosing a Medicare plan can feel overwhelming—and expensive if you get it wrong. With dozens of options, changing benefits every year, and confusing terminology, many...

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5 Medical Scams That Target Seniors—and Are Still Working Today

Medical scams aren’t just a nuisance—they’re a billion-dollar problem targeting older Americans every single year. In fact, seniors report billions in losses annually, with healthcare-related...

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Medicare Mishaps: Costly Enrollment Errors Most People Don’t See Coming

The clock does not tick quietly when it comes to Medicare. It practically shouts, flashing deadlines and fine print that can cost thousands if ignored. One wrong move during enrollment can lock in penalties that stick around for years, quietly draining retirement savings without warning. That sounds dramatic, but it…

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10 Retirement Benchmarks Boomers Ignore at Their Peril

From savings targets to Social Security, Medicare and RMDs, check out these retirement benchmarks that can help boomers know if they’re ready to retire.

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Elevance Health Earnings Preview: What to Expect

Elevance Health will release its first-quarter earnings later this month, and analysts anticipate a low double-digit profit dip.

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Medicare Warning: Inpatient Hospital Copays Hit Their Highest Levels Ever — What Seniors Now Owe Per Day

If you haven’t checked your Medicare costs recently, you may be in for a surprise. Hospital stays are getting more expensive and not just by...

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California Seniors: Your SilverSneakers Options Just Grew — But Only in Certain Regions

If you’re a senior in California relying on fitness benefits through Medicare, you may have noticed something surprising lately—your SilverSneakers options might be expanding… or...

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Medicare Advantage Crisis: Why Your Plan May Add New Charges to Your Account Starting This Week

If you’ve noticed unexpected charges (or warnings about upcoming costs) on your Medicare Advantage plan, you’re not alone. Across the country, seniors are seeing changes...

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