Medicare open enrollment starts on October 15 and ends on December 7. Here's what to sign up for and what to avoid.

Enrolling in Medicare on time could save you money down the line. Buying supplemental insurance is crucial, but get your ...

The bestselling personal finance author and the advocacy group for older Americans make key statements on the federal health ...

Medicare’s prescription drug coverage will change in important ways in 2025, as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. So it’s especially important to evaluate your current coverage choices ...

Enrolling in Medicare might sound like the most routine of tasks. You shouldn’t treat it that way. What you do when you sign up sets the table for your future health care. “Everybody comes from very ...

Are you planning to enroll in Medicare for the first time? You can sign up only during specified times of the year. Enrollment is done through Social Security, although some people with retirement or ...

Open enrollment for Medicare starts soon, so it’s time to start thinking about what’s next for your healthcare. The public insurance is for people 65 and older, although some younger people who have ...

Age 65 is when Medicare eligibility typically begins. Though you can sign up for Social Security at that point, waiting could result in larger benefits. Do not be confused into thinking you have to ...

The time to enroll in Medicare Advantage is now through March 31, but experts say the time to take care of things is now.

Dear Toni: I am retiring in February when I turn 65 and will need to enroll in Medicare Parts A and B with a supplement and a Part D prescription drug plan. My husband, James, is 72 and has heart ...

Medicare late enrollment penalties are no joke. They can increase your monthly premium substantially for the rest of your life. That's right: If you miss the window, the government can penalize you ...