The Latest Breaking News from Medicare

Warning: This Is Why Your Social Security Payment Just Dropped

If you’ve recently checked your bank account and noticed your Social Security payment is lower than usual, you’re not alone. Many retirees and beneficiaries see unexpected changes in their monthly deposits, causing confusion and concern. Social Security payments are a lifeline for millions, so any drop can throw off your…

The Free Financial Advisor · Jun 12, 2025

Medical scans are big business and investors are circling. Here are 3 reasons to be concerned

Timely access to high-quality medical imaging can be lifesaving and life-altering. Radiology can confirm a fractured bone, give us an early glimpse of our baby or detect cancer.

The Conversation · Jun 11, 2025

UnitedHealth faces federal scrutiny into whistleblower claims

Attention comes in wake of ex-employees’ allegations that insurer paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers and used improper tactics to gain Medicare Advantage enrollees

The Guardian - US · Jun 10, 2025

Ask the Editor, June 6: Questions on Hobby Losses, Medicare

In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on hobby losses, I bonds and Medicare premiums.

Kiplinger · Jun 6, 2025

9 Retirement Mistakes That Make Loopholes Useless

Everyone loves a good retirement hack—tax-free accounts, backdoor Roths, catch-up contributions, strategic rollovers. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: none of those tactics matter if you’re...

Saving Advice · Jun 6, 2025

10 Shocking Gaps in the Retirement Law That Still Exist

Retirement law is supposed to protect people. It’s meant to ensure that, after decades of hard work, you can finally enjoy some peace, financial security,...

Saving Advice · Jun 6, 2025

11 Long-Term Care Costs Nobody Plans For

Long-term care costs are one of those financial realities that sneak up on even the most diligent planners. You might think you’ve got your retirement all mapped out, but the truth is, long-term care can throw a wrench into even the best-laid plans. Whether you’re thinking about your own future…

The Free Financial Advisor · Jun 6, 2025

6 Signs You’re Not Ready to Retire—Even If You Think You Are

Retirement is one of life’s biggest milestones, and it’s easy to get swept up in the dream of endless free time, travel, and relaxation. But before you hand in your notice and start planning your first post-work adventure, it’s crucial to take a hard look at your retirement readiness. Many…

The Free Financial Advisor · Jun 6, 2025

Should You Ditch Your Medicare Advantage Plan? Most People Do

If you want to switch your Medicare Advantage plan or enroll in original Medicare, you're not alone. Here's when it's a good idea and how to go about it.

Kiplinger · Jun 6, 2025

Republicans' house of cards collapses

Under mounting pressure from Elon Musk, Republicans are now considering cuts to Medicare

Salon · Jun 6, 2025