Dr. Oz's finanical conflicts of interest Oz’s holdings, some shared with family, included a stake in UnitedHealth Group worth as much as $600,000 Salon · Nov 30, 2024
Learn About Medicare Advantage Plan Updates for 2025 Medicare Advantage plans are evolving, and 2025 is shaping up to bring significant improvements and opportunities for enrollees. But what exactly is changing? What updates should you know about to make informed decisions regarding your healthcare? ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 29, 2024
Taxpayers spend 22% more per patient to support Medicare Advantage – the private alternative to Medicare that promised to cost less Medicare Advantage – the commercial alternative to traditional Medicare – is drawing down federal health care funds, costing taxpayers an extra 22% per enrollee to the tune of US$83 billion a year. The Conversation · Nov 26, 2024
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. Fortune · Nov 20, 2024
A glimpse into possibly health policy under Trump, including abortion-pill and gender-transition crackdowns Donald Trump's Agenda 47 and the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 provide plenty of clues into what health-care changes may be coming. Fortune · Nov 14, 2024
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. Fortune · Nov 11, 2024
What You Will Pay for Medicare in 2025 Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025. Kiplinger · Nov 9, 2024
Medicare Drug Plans Are Getting Better Next Year. Some Will Also Cost More. Upcoming changes to the Part D drug benefit, including a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket medication, will benefit millions of Americans. But higher premiums may also be on the way Kiplinger · Nov 2, 2024
Fact check: Would Trump slash social security and Medicare? Kamala Harris claims Donald Trump would allow medical insurance companies to deny coverage for pre-existing conditions. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2024
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. Fortune · Oct 28, 2024
Republicans’ healthcare proposal if Trump wins? More private Medicare Medicare Advantage plans promise enticing benefits such as free monthly premiums for drugs benefits, but problems start when people fall ill The Guardian - US · Oct 26, 2024
People with certain disabilities are eligible for Medicare under age 65. Here's who qualifies and how to apply Medicare coverage for people under 65 with disabilities is tied to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Fortune · Oct 21, 2024
Why Karen Lynch lost the CEO job at CVS A trifecta of problems, some that started before she took the top job, ended the reign of one of the most powerful women in American business. Fortune · Oct 19, 2024
Medicare or Medicare Advantage: Which Is Right for You? From overall costs to availability of care, here's what to know about the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. Kiplinger · Oct 13, 2024
The Conversation · Oct 10, 2024 Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: sales pitches are often from biased sources, the choices can be overwhelming and impartial help is not equally available to all The 67 million Americans eligible for Medicare make an important decision every October: Should they make changes in their Medicare health insurance plans for the next calendar year?
The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2024 Quality ratings hit to key Medicare plan shakes Humana stock Shares of Humana have tumbled after the health insurer said a Medicare Advantage quality rating drop will hurt future bonus payments the company receives
Kiplinger · Oct 2, 2024 Humana Stock Sinks on Weak Medicare Star Ratings: What to Know Humana stock is spiraling Wednesday after the CMS provided preliminary Star Ratings data for the insurer's 2025 Medicare Advantage plans.
Fortune · Oct 2, 2024 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.
The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2024 Tips for shopping for Medicare Advantage plans Shopping season for Medicare coverage is about to begin and with it comes the annual onslaught of TV ads and choices to consider
The Independent UK · Sep 28, 2024 Medicare Advantage shopping season arrives with a dose of confusion and some political implications Thinner benefits and coverage changes await many older Americans shopping for health insurance this fall
Kiplinger · Sep 12, 2024 Medicare Advantage Customers Face Shrinking Pool of Insurers Medicare Advantage plan insurers are reducing their enrollments as profit margins shrink.
Fortune · Sep 10, 2024 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.
Fortune · Sep 8, 2024 Older adults 65+ should get flu shots earlier in the season. Here’s why they also need stronger vaccines Two flu vaccines are FDA-approved exclusively for people 65 and older, who are at higher risk of severe infection.
StockNews.com · Sep 6, 2024 3 Health Insurance Stocks to Watch as Healthcare Costs Rise With rising medical costs and an expanding aging population, the health insurance sector is set to witness significant growth. Hence, investors looking to capitalize on this trend could consider stable health insurance stocks Elevance Health (ELV), Cigna Group (CI), and Centene (CNC). Read on….
Fortune · Sep 5, 2024 Medicare and gym memberships: Here's what's covered and what's not The details matter—especially since many older Americans aren’t getting enough exercise, per the CDC.