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Richard Eisenberg

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Thousands of America’s vulnerable elderly people died during COVID. This change could save lives next time

The author of a new book maintains that some—if not many—of those deaths didn’t need to happen.

20.12.2024 8

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The pros and cons of Medicare Advantage plans

Advice to help you choose between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.

17.12.2024 2

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How to choose a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan

Taking the time to figure out which plan is right is vitally important for the 53 million Medicare beneficiaries with prescription drug coverage.

15.12.2024 20

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What does Medicare Part B cover? Here’s a rundown of costs and benefits

Part B has the widest array of health benefits—and the widest array of coverage exclusions.

09.12.2024 4

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What does Medicare Part A cover? Here’s everything you need to know about its benefits and costs

Medicare Part A helps cover hospital stays, and sometimes covers skilled facility care, home health care and hospice care.

06.12.2024 10

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Medicare agents might not recommend the best plans this year as profits take priority

Curbing agents' commissions may hurt beneficiaries.

02.12.2024 5

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Medicare coverage can be a bit of a mystery: Here are the big coverage gaps to watch out for

Navigating Medicare can be confusing, especially when you’re trying to understand what the insurance actually covers.

22.11.2024 6

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How Dr. Oz could change Medicare under President Trump

What you might expect from Oz if he runs Medicare, Medicaid, and management of the Affordable Care Act at the 6,000-person CMS.

21.11.2024 20

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Shopping for a 2025 Medigap policy? There may be some good news for you

A Biden administration proposed rule, scheduled to take effect January 1, 2025, could guarantee Medigap coverage regardless of health conditions.

11.11.2024 5

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How to use Medicare star ratings wisely during Open Enrollment

The star ratings offer a shorthand look at how plans measure up for quality and member experience.

28.10.2024 8

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What does Medicare Part B cover? Here’s a rundown of costs and benefits

Part B has the widest array of health benefits—and the widest array of coverage exclusions.

14.10.2024 20

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Who should, and shouldn’t, sign up for the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

Medicare’s Plan Finder also has a new tool to help you determine whether M3P would help you.

14.10.2024 10

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How to make smart Medicare Open Enrollment choices for 2025

“It's going to be challenging,” says expert Philip Moeller, who urges people to take their time.

02.10.2024 20

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How Medicare could change under a Trump or Harris presidency

Which candidate wins in November could have a major impact on Medicare and its beneficiaries.

10.09.2024 7

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Why this year’s Medicare Annual Notice of Change will be vital reading for beneficiaries

An Annual Notice of Change lays out how much your premiums, deductibles, and copays will differ in the year ahead and whether the plan will even be...

26.08.2024 40

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Ukraine recruits robot dogs to replace soldiers on its front line with Russia

Useful for detecting mines or improvised explosive devices, the robot dog can also be used to carry up to seven kilos of ammunition or medicines to...

09.08.2024 6

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Home medical devices pose risks for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers

From infusion pumps to nebulizers, home medical equipment comes with potential problems for users.

09.08.2024 6

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Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here’s how it works

Medicare's GUIDE program is creating a system of free caregiving navigators for beneficiaries who have dementia.

25.07.2024 20

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How the ‘Medicare Cliff’ is raising costs and worsening health for many older low-income adults

The Medicare Cliff is a combination of the Affordable Care Act’s broadening of eligibility for Medicaid and conflicting Medicare rules.

09.07.2024 20

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What to know about Medicare and hospital at home programs

In 2019, people with Medicare had over 800,000 hospitalizations that could have qualified for hospital at home.

24.06.2024 20

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Traditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage? Some retirees aren’t allowed to choose

These shifts to Medicare Advantage can save money for the companies and state and local government employers.

10.06.2024 20

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What Medicare beneficiaries need to know about generic medications

If you think all generics are the same regarding side effects, manufacturing quality, price, and Part D prescription-drug coverage, you’re mistaken.

15.05.2024 20

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3 big changes coming to Medicare in 2025—and what they'll mean for you

Here's the lowdown on how Medicare will operate differently in 2025.

23.04.2024 50

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Why so many Medicare beneficiaries have trouble getting their Part D plan to cover their medications—and how to prevent it from happening to you

Take steps to ensure that the medications your doctors want you to take are covered.

09.04.2024 50

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Does Medicare pay for wheelchairs and scooters? That depends on whether you meet all of its requirements

The first rule for Medicare coverage of a wheelchair or scooters is that you must have a medical need for one in your home.

31.03.2024 20

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What do people on Medicare really think about Medicare? New survey reveals challenges and frustrations

Beneficiaries in Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans say they’re largely happy, but have plenty of issues with each program.

15.03.2024 10

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Why some Medicare Advantage plans will get skimpier and costlier

Medicare Advantage plans may look less enticing to their 31 million beneficiaries next year.

26.02.2024 6

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Here’s how to pay the lowest prices for your prescription drugs on Medicare

Pay less for your prescriptions on Medicare using Part D plans and discount programs from drug makers, states, Medicare, pharmacies and discount...

09.02.2024 20

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How some people escape the steep Medicare surcharge on premiums known as IRMAA

Roughly 20% to 25% of former federal workers eligible for Medicare don’t enroll in Medicare Part B and aren’t subject to a potential IRMAA...

28.01.2024 20

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How to use Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment to switch plans or move into Traditional Medicare

This is a key year to think about making a switch due to trends in Medicare Advantage plans, rising prescription costs and Medicare itself.

12.01.2024 20

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Will Medicare really run out of money in 2031? Here's what experts say about its long-term stability

The program is facing serious headwinds that should concern anyone on Medicare or approaching the enrollment age of 65.

30.12.2023 10

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Will Medicare pay for your home health care needs? It might—if you meet certain requirements

Experts clarify one of the biggest areas of confusion about Medicare—whether, and when, it covers home care.

19.12.2023 20

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