Pat Burris, CFP®
Medigap vs Medicare Advantage Plans
June 29, 2023School of Social Security & Medicare
Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans help to cover the healthcare costs that Medicare Part A and Part B do not cover.
Medicare Coverage for Overseas Travel
June 23, 2023School of Social Security & Medicare
If you don’t understand your Medicare coverage, a health emergency in a foreign country could leave you with a large bill.
Comprehensive Guide to Medicare
May 25, 2023School of Social Security & Medicare
The Medicare program helps retirees cover their health care costs. This resource guide contains everything you need to know.
Social Security and the Earnings Test
May 18, 2023School of Social Security & Medicare
The earnings test could apply if you claim Social Security benefits prior to your Full Retirement Age and continue to work.
Changes to Medicare Start Dates in 2023
February 2, 2023School of Social Security & Medicare
Medicare has closed important coverage gaps for those who sign up during the Initial Enrollment or General Enrollment period.
2023 Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment [COLA] Announced
October 13, 2022School of Social Security & Medicare
The 2023 Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment [COLA] has been released. The increase is the largest since 1981.
2023 Medicare Premiums and Coinsurance Amounts
September 29, 2022School of Social Security & Medicare
On September 27, the CMS announced that Medicare Part B premiums will decrease in 2023 and other Medicare costs will rise.
Medicare to Negotiate Prescription Drug Prices
September 1, 2022School of Social Security & Medicare
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes a provision allowing Medicare to negotiate the prices of certain prescription drugs.
How Much Income Does Social Security Replace?
August 11, 2022School of Social Security & Medicare
Savers often overestimate the impact of Social Security on their retirement plan. This mistake can lead to an underfunded retirement.