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Turning 65 Soon? Your Medicare Enrollment Timeline

Turning 65 soon? Here's your exact Medicare enrollment timeline: what to sign up for, when to do it, and how to avoid permanent late penalties.

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10 Medicare Scams You Need to Watch Out for in 2026

Medicare scams are rising each year, with criminals using fake calls, billing fraud, and identity theft to steal personal and financial information. Learn the most common Medicare scams and how to protect yourself or a loved one.

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What Is the Medicare Hold Harmless Provision?

Learn how the Medicare Hold Harmless Provision protects Social Security recipients from losing income due to rising Medicare Part B premiums.

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Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): Everything You Need To Know

Discover everything you need to know about Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) including how to prepare whether you're still working or retired.

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How Retirees Can Keep Federal Employee Health Benefits

Federal employees enjoy medical coverage as part of their retirement benefits, but there are some things you’ll need to do to make sure you keep your benefits.

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How Does Income Affect Monthly Medicare Premiums?

Once you’re collecting Social Security income, you’ll want to sign up for Medicare. Medicare Part B premiums are based on your annual income. Learn more.

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HSA and Health Plan Contribution Limits to Increase in 2023: What Does it Mean for You?

Learn just how much the limits for HSAs and HDHPs are increasing for 2023 due to inflation and how to make these dollars work for you.

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Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap

When you retire, Medicare will help with medical costs, but there will still be copays and deductibles. Medicare Advantage and Medigap can help.

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8 Things Medicare Doesn't Cover

What doesn’t medicare cover? Basic medicare coverage doesn’t include prescription drugs, long-term care, hearing aids and a variety of other medical services.

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How to Find Health Insurance if You’re Retiring Early

Retiring early can give you a chance to do what you love, but you’ll need health insurance to cover medical bills until you hit 65 and are eligible for Medicare.

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Here's what Medicare Part B Premiums will be in 2022

Medicare Part B premiums usually increase a little each year, and that’s no different in 2022. The amount you’ll pay depends on your income level. We break it down for you.

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What is the Medicare Star-Rating System?

Medicare uses a rating system to help ensure members get the best quality. The star-rating system issues a rating between 1 and 5 stars to each provider.

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Medicare vs Medicaid: Coverage & Costs Explained

Medicare and Medicaid are two very different, government-run healthcare programs, and can each be useful parts of your retirement plan.

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What are Medicare Part B Premiums?

If you’re planning your retirement, calculating your monthly Medicare Part B premiums should be part of the process. Those premiums can increase each year.

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What to Do When Your Doctor Doesn't Take Medicare

Not all doctors participate in Medicare, which can become a problem if your physician doesn’t. Here are some options worth considering if that happens.

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Will I be Automatically Enrolled in Medicare at 65?

Medicare enrollment is automatic for retirees who are receiving Social Security benefits as their 65th birthday approaches, but others will have to apply.

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How to Retire Early and Lower Your Health Care Costs

If you don’t want to wait until 65 to retire, you’ll probably need healthcare insurance to cover any medical costs until you qualify for Medicare.

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How Does Medicare Work After Retirement?

Once you retire, you’ll need medical care. Starting at 65, you’ll qualify for Medicare, but you’ll need to know the various parts and what they offer.

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Can I Get Medicare After Retiring And Taking Early Social Security?

Retiring early comes with plenty of advantages. However, if you’re relying on Medicare to cover your medical costs, you’ll have to make plans or wait until 65.

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What You Need to Know About the Medicare Surtax on Wages and Self-Employment Income

You may have to pay a Medicare surtax on your wages and self-employment income if you earn over a certain amount. Learn more about whether you may incur this Additional Medicare Tax.

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What Is the Medicare Eligibility Age?

All Americans can apply for Medicare once they reach the age of 65. But to be approved for premium-free Medicare A, you’ll need to meet certain requirements.

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How Do Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Fit into your Retirement Plan?

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can be attractive savings vehicles for your retirement plan, but you can find good alternatives if you don’t have access to one.

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How and When to Apply for Medicare

Medicare can pay for many of your healthcare expenses after retirement, but you’ll need to enroll within seven months of reaching age 65 to avoid penalties.

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