Social Security/Medicare
2022 Year-End Planning Opportunities for Health Insurance
It's almost the end of the year but it's never too late to have some help with healthcare planning.
Medicare's Annual Election Period Ends on December 7th
It's time to make changes to your Medicare plan! Here's what you need to know before the end of AEP.
Talkin’ Turkey: Medigap or Medicare Advantage Plans?
Ten questions to liven up your Thanksgiving conversations.
Optimize Medicare for Military Veterans and Retirees
Maximizing Medicare and military health benefits can significantly help actives and veterans to avoid out-of-pocket expenses. Find out what you're eligible to receive.
Medicare Part B Premiums for 2023
There's some good news for consumers of Medicare Part B. Here's what you need to know.
Can I Switch from Medicare Advantage to a Medigap Plan?
Now might be the perfect time to make this switch, but be aware of the many factors that go into that switch.
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Cost Analysis: Shocked and Disillusioned (Part 3)
How much can heavily-advertised drugs cost our oldest Americans? Are there any other hidden situations those on Medicare need to know about?
Planning for Your Health Care Expenses in Retirement
How do you develop a health care plan best suitable to you? Consider these factors to get started.
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Cost Analysis: Shocked and Disillusioned (Part 2)
What happens when you have a specialty drug? And what are the differences between a brand-name drug versus its generic version?
The 2023 Medicare Annual Election Period
People should be aware of the possible switches in their plan that happen during the annual election period for Medicare.
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Cost Analysis: Shocked and Disillusioned (Part 1)
Of all the issues older Americans run into when dealing with Medicare, none may be as shocking, frustrating, and downright egregious as choosing a Part D prescription drug plan.
The KFF Report on Medicare Advantage
Learn from our expert on the Medicare Advantage findings from The Kaiser Family Foundation's most recent report.
Medicare and TRICARE for Life
If you're retired military you need to understand how Medicare and TRICARE for Life work. Our expert explains.
Expert Advice on Social Security's 8.7% COLA
Retirement Daily asked our Social Security experts to offer their views about the 2023 Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits increase of 8.7% for approximately 70 million Americans. Here’s what they had to say.
Social Security Makes It Official: You’re Getting a Raise
Social Security announced today that the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for its retirement and disability benefits will be 8.7% in 2023, the highest in 41 years. And this means more for you to consider, our expert explains.
Social Security Survivors Benefits: What You Need to Know
Are you eligible for survivors benefits through Social Security? Get the scoop here.
Are You Nearing 65? Is Medicare Your Only Insurance Option?
Various health insurance options, how do you know which is best for you? Here are some factors to consider before choosing.
Inflation Reduction Act and Medicare Beneficiaries
The Inflation Reduction Act will positively affect Medicare benefits. Here's what to expect in the next few years.
Social Security Raise for 2023 May Set a Record
Get the inside scoop about the cost-of-living adjustment and how that will impact Social Security recipients in 2023.
2023 Medicare Part B Premiums: Good News
Medicare Part B premiums have been announced for 2023 - see how you'll be affected (spoiler alert - it's good news!)
Everything You Need to Know About Social Security’s WEP and GPO
If you have a public pension, the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset may impact your Social Security benefit. We explain.
New Social Security Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community
Social Security unveils new resources and benefits for LGBTQ+ couples.
Social Security Insight for Same-Sex Couples
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled seven years ago that same-sex marriage was constitutional. What did that mean for Social Security and benefits?
The Perils of the Earnings Test
Planning to claim Social Security benefits before full retirement age? Beware of the earnings test.