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Medicare is a federal health insurance program, covering a wide range of services to keep you healthy as you get older. Learn more about the different parts of Medicare, how to enroll, what it could cost, and what health care services Medicare does and does not cover.
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What You'll Pay in Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs in 2025

Dec 05, 2024
Before choosing a plan, it’s important to have a good understanding of what your Medicare out-of-pocket costs might be for the year.

5 Steps to Getting Started With Medicare

Apr 10, 2025

Who Is the Best Person to Talk to About Medicare?

Apr 10, 2025

Medicare Fraud, Errors, and Abuse: How Older Adults Can Protect Themselves

Oct 22, 2024

Need Help Understanding Medicare Enrollment?

Timing is critically important when it comes to enrolling in Medicare. If you think you will want Medicare at any point in your life—and you most likely will—you need to understand when you can and should enroll. 

Most Medicare Advantage (MA) plans include Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Here’s what you should know when choosing an MA plan.

How to Cover the Medical Costs Medicare Doesn't Cover

Apr 10, 2025
Original Medicare does not cover 20% of your medical costs or prescription drugs. To bridge the cost gap, people with Medicare can choose Medicare Supplement (Medigap) or Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) coverage.

Understanding Medicare's Late Enrollment Penalties

Apr 10, 2025

Understanding Your Medicare Card: A Quick Guide

Apr 08, 2025

Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Medigap Policy

Apr 08, 2025

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Navigating Medicare coverage options can be confusing. Get trusted, unbiased, and one-on-one counseling and assistance from your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

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