Do you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge this year? It depends.

We may only be one month into 2026, but the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is already planning the prices for ...

A 10% jump in insurance premiums impacts the 2.8% Social Security cost‑of‑living adjustment — and a new IRS requirement ...

When Social Security announced its 2026 cost-of-living adjustment, many retirees expected meaningful relief from inflation.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said Tuesday it seeks to lower Medicare costs for 16 medications by negotiating with their manufacturers. Among them is Biktarvy, a drug taken after HIV ...

Some retirees could see Medicare premiums rise by more than $400 a month in 2026 due to IRMAA. Here’s how it affects Social Security checks and who pays more.

In 2025, the standard monthly Medicare Part B premium was $185, but this year, it's $202.90. Not only is that a notable ...

Medicare Advantage is a vital program, and policymakers must focus on stabilizing the program over undermining it, write ...

There's a reason many older workers push themselves to remain employed until they turn 65. Age 65 is when Medicare eligibility generally begins. And without Medicare or employer-subsidized insurance, ...

Although Medicare helps cover the costs of most medical services, it's essential that you still plan for out-of-pocket expenses and understand that it's not "free" health care. In this article, we' ...

It's no secret that prescriptions are expensive. Between the pills, injectables and liquids, the costs can quickly add up!

Premiums remain the largest component of out-of-pocket spending for most retirees. In 2022, the median retiree spent $5,444 ...