If you’re thinking about joining a Medicare Advantage plan, timing matters. Medicare only allows you to sign up or make ...

In some cases, a person automatically qualifies for Original Medicare. In other instances, a person must apply for Medicare and will need certain documents, such as a birth certificate and driver’s ...

Navigating the complexities of health care can be challenging — especially when it comes to understanding Medicare eligibility. As one of the most vital health care programs in the United States, ...

You can apply for Medicare online even if you are not ready to start your retirement benefits. Applying online can take less than 10 minutes. There are no forms to sign and we usually require no ...

Dear Liz: When my husband was approaching 65, he was employed and covered by a high-deductible healthcare plan with a health savings account by his employer. Neither his employer nor our local Social ...

Toni King has authored several books on the subject of Medicare and has appeared regularly as a guest on the American Family Radio Network. In February, my husband, James, was laid off and decided to ...

People enrolled in certain Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans can receive a food allowance to buy groceries and sometimes prepared meals. This is one of the extra benefits of a Part C plan, in addition ...

Question: A man from Rock Island writes: "I will be 65 in a few months. I am still working full-time and plan to continue working indefinitely. I make a substantial salary. My employer requires me to ...

In February, my husband, James, was laid off and decided to apply for an individual health insurance plan because he is 62 and could not apply for Medicare. I turned 65 in March and am having a ...

Dear Liz: When my husband was approaching 65, he was employed and covered by a high-deductible health care plan with a health savings account by his employer. Neither his employer nor our local Social ...