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Seeing a private specialist increasingly comes with massive gap payments. On average, out-of-pocket fees to see a specialist amount to about $300 a year. But many spend hundreds on each appointment.

The federal government has some levers to pull, experts say, but there are also other issues that must be addressed

Every January, Medicare resets deductibles, coinsurance, and plan benefits. While Original Medicare has standardized costs set by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS),...

Imagine showing up for a scheduled appointment with a doctor you have trusted for years, only to be turned away at the front desk because they no longer accept your insurance. You didn’t change plans. You didn’t miss a payment. So, what happened?

Medicare beneficiaries measure at 61 million, and the payouts in the top states are over $14,000.

Across the country, seniors are reporting longer wait times when calling Medicare for help with coverage questions, billing issues, and plan changes. These Medicare call...

Across the country, retirement communities regularly adjust resident fees, and many seniors notice these increases in January. While some residents describe them as “mid‑winter hikes,”...

January clinic backlogs are becoming a widespread issue for seniors who depend on timely medical appointments to manage their health. As the new year begins,...

Retirement is a huge milestone. Naturally, you spent decades working toward it. However, the party eventually ends. Once the steady paychecks stop, the reality of a fixed income sets in. Honestly, this shift feels strange. In a way, you switch from saver to spender. Suddenly, every dollar leaving your account…

Better beware, because if you go even $1 over an important income threshold, your Medicare premiums could rise exponentially due to IRMAA surcharges.

Medicare providers occasionally drop patients or change coverage networks, leaving seniors scrambling for alternatives. These shifts often occur at the start of a new year,...