How Much Does Medicare Part B Cost?
Medicare Part B is outpatient coverage that helps pay for doctor visits and other medical services and supplies. It’s something most seniors rely on and those approaching age 65 look…
Walecia Konrad
Walecia Konrad is a freelance writer specializing in personal finance and health care. Her work has been featured in the New York Times and CBS.com.
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Telehealth Gets a Boost Among Medicare Recipients in Pandemic
Advocates have long called for broader adoption of virtual doctor visits, but it took the coronavirus pandemic to push telehealth into the mainstream. Federal data shows that over 12.1 million…
Insulin Users May Benefit From Medicare Senior Savings Model
If you use insulin and you’re eligible for Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, a new government program may help you save a lot of money on your medicine next…
Understanding Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
You won’t find outpatient drug coverage in Medicare Part A or Part B, even though medicines are a large percentage of many seniors’ health care budgets. That’s one reason why,…
New Medicare Advantage Benefits May Be Hard to Find — and Qualify For
If you’re tempted by the new benefits some Medicare Advantage plans are touting, the annual open enrollment season (Oct. 15 through Dec. 7) is the time to look. But finding…
How to Choose a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan in 5 Steps
Whether you’re new to Medicare or a beneficiary gearing up for the annual open enrollment period from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, you’ll want to pay special attention to your…
Medigap: What to Know About Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare supplemental insurance (also called Medigap) covers the out-of-pocket health care costs you may incur with Original Medicare (parts A and B). In most states, there are 10 standardized Medigap…
Medicare Open Enrollment Periods for 2020-21
Signing up on time for all the different parts of Medicare is key to getting the most out of this government-sponsored health coverage. Hitting your deadlines can help you avoid…
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans: What You Need to Know
Medicare Part D is an optional program that covers prescription drugs, with federally approved plans offered by private insurers. Most recipients pay a monthly premium that varies by plan, plus…
Medicare Part B: What You Need to Know
Medicare Part B is the portion of Medicare best known for covering doctor visits and other outpatient medical services. In 2020, most people pay a monthly premium of $144.60. This…
