Topic: Medicare

Articles that mention Medicare or provide important details for retirees and Medicare beneficiaries, like annual premiums and deductibles.

A retired couple dancing on the beach beside a checklist
Preparing For Retirement Checklist

School of Saving and Investing

This downloadable checklist covers the important factors you need to consider in each stage of life to prepare for retirement.

A magnifying glass and health care symbols
What Is IRMAA?

School of Social Security & Medicare

High earners need to plan for additional monthly healthcare costs in retirement because of Medicare Part B and Part D IRMAA.

A clipboard with a document detailing the parts of Medicare
Medicare Premiums and Coinsurance in 2025

School of Social Security & Medicare

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced the costs for Medicare premiums and coinsurance in 2025.

A wooden sign with the words “ready for tomorrow” printed on it.
How Medicare Impacts HSA Contributions

School of Social Security & Medicare

Health Savings Accounts can be vital during retirement, but there are important contribution limitations for those covered by Medicare.

A person calculating their share of a medical bill
Medicare or Private Insurance: Who Pays First?

School of Social Security & Medicare

Knowing who pays first – Medicare or your insurance company – can help you understand your medical bills and what you owe.

A retiree selecting a health insurance plan represented by a button with a medical cross surrounded by other healthcare icons.
Health Insurance for Early Retirees

School of Social Security & Medicare

Health insurance is one common barrier to early retirement. Fortunately, you have options to bridge the gap until Medicare begins.

A man with a laptop marking tasks complete on a digital checklist.
Financial Checklist for Surviving Spouses

School of Financial Wellness

This simple checklist will help you keep track of the most important financial tasks you need to accomplish after losing a spouse.

A senior man looking at medical bills.
Medicare Recipients Could See Lower Drug Costs in 2024

School of Social Security & Medicare

We have good news for Medicare recipients! The out-of-pocket costs for Medicare Part D catastrophic coverage have been eliminated. Learn how much you could save in our latest article.

A power of attorney form being reviewed by a man in a suit.
Does a Power of Attorney Impact Social Security and Medicare?

School of Social Security & Medicare

A Power of Attorney handles your affairs if you are incapacitated, but important limitations apply to government benefits.