The Washington Post reports that the nonpartisan bookkeeper said there’s no other way to cut $1.5 trillion from the budget over the next decade.
New Medicare Card Fraud: How to Spot and Avoid Scammers
Stay safe from Medicare fraud in 2025. Learn about the latest scams involving fake Medicare cards and how to protect your sensitive information. Get tips for senior fraud prevention from trusted sources.
House Votes to Extend Medicare Telehealth
The House of Representatives voted 217-213 to pass a continuing resolution (CR) on March 12, 2025. This has key health care and government shutdown provisions.
Home Improvements Can Help People Age Independently. But Medicare Seldom Picks Up the Bill
Learn about the CAPABLE program’s success in preventing falls and improving senior independence through home-based interventions and understand the financial barriers.
How to Switch from the Marketplace to Medicare
If you have a healthcare plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace and you’re nearing 65 years old, it’s time to start thinking about Medicare.
MedPac: Agents Make More Money Enrolling Patients In Medicare Advantage
Commissioners decried the system, saying the Medicare Advantage enrollment system needs to change.
Senate Panel Grills Social Security Administration Nominee
The New York Times reports that in addition to the confirmation hearing for Frank Bisignano as SSA head, the Senate Finance Committee also approved the nomination of Mehmet Oz to lead Medicare and Medicaid.
Musk, DOGE Claim They’ll Stop Health Care Fraud in Medicare and Medicaid
But Trump’s been allowing the CMS scammers to walk free, according to this new KFF Health News investigation.
Medicare Telehealth Wins Another Temporary Lifeline
But will Congress make this latest extension permanent?
Medicare Drug Costs Spike as Plans Quickly Shift to Co-Insurance
It’s not just the price of eggs. Here’s why your Medicare out-of-pocket prescription costs are high in 2025.