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Could Someone Be Collecting a Commission From Your Health Insurance Without Your Knowledge?

A health insurance agent or broker can earn a commission from an insurance company when they help someone enroll in a plan, and that payment may never appear as a separate charge on the consumer’s bill. That does not automatically mean something shady happened, but it does create an important…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Sep 3

8 Changes Coming to Medicare in 2027

Prepare for rising Part D costs, shrinking drug plan options, and newly negotiated prescription prices before Open Enrollment begins.

Kiplinger · Sep 3

Medicare Open Enrollment Is Two Months Away — 7 Things You Can Start Gathering Now

Medicare Open Enrollment doesn’t begin until October 15, but waiting until then to figure out what you need can turn a straightforward insurance review into...

Saving Advice · Aug 28

As Costco Launches Medicare Advantage Plans, Here’s How You Should Play COST Stock

Costco is moving into Medicare with SCAN Group, adding healthcare to its growing business mix. So, what does the move mean for investors and COST stock?

Barchart · Aug 20

Medicare Pays Doctors Less for Cataract Surgery, and Patients Are Being Offered Laser Upgrades Costing Thousands

Medicare pays about $520 for cataract surgery, down 20 percent in a decade, and laser add-ons cost patients $1,000 to $3,000 per eye.

Medical Daily · Aug 20

The Kirkland Signature Care Plan? Costco Prepares Move Into Medicare Advantage

From bulk goods to healthcare coverage, Costco plans its expansion into senior health plans pending government approval.

Kiplinger · Aug 19

Aetna Will Not Pay Brokers on 123 Medicare Advantage Plans in 33 States for Next Year

Aetna told marketing organizations it will not pay commissions on 123 Medicare Advantage plans in 33 states for the 2027 plan year.

Medical Daily · Aug 19

Costco Plans to Put Its Own Name on Medicare Advantage Plans in Two States Pending Federal Approval

Costco and nonprofit insurer SCAN plan co-branded Medicare Advantage plans in two states and a supplement in a third, pending approval.

Medical Daily · Aug 19

Costco Is Launching Medicare Plans — Here’s What Seniors Need to Know Before Open Enrollment

Costco is entering the Medicare market. The warehouse club (NASDAQ:COST) is partnering with nonprofit SCAN Health Plan to launch co-branded Medicare Advantage plans in three...

Saving Advice · Aug 18

Costco Is Getting Into Medicare — Here’s What Older Adults Should Know

Costco shoppers are accustomed to filling prescriptions, buying glasses, getting hearing aids, and even receiving vaccinations during a warehouse trip, but the retailer is now...

Saving Advice · Aug 18