Expanded Medicare benefit brings access to millions Telemedicine coverage is not new, even for Medicare, which began expanding coverage for telehealth services in 2019. But when the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) made changes to cover a broader range of services in response to the coronavirus pandemic, telehealth exploded. Previously, Medicare only covered […]
A buyer’s guide to protecting yourself for future care costs No one wants to think about needing care as we get older, much less about the cost of that care. But, in reality, we Read More
A primer to help you consider your needs and understand your options If you’ll be turning 65 soon, it’s time to start thinking about Medicare coverage. Before you enroll, though, take the time to Read More
Q: How does a shared-benefit rider for long term care insurance work? Does it cost more than regular coverage? A: One of the big unknowns with long-term-care insurance is predicting how long you’ll need Read More
Ah, the rituals of fall: The leaves change color. The temperature drops. Sweaters and boots pop out of the closet. And Medicare opens the doors for beneficiaries to shop for Part D and Advantage plans. Read More
People who are newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease typically experience a tsunami of emotions: disbelief, fear, anger, depression, sense of loss. But after the initial shock, a person can assert some control over the Read More
By Eleanor Laise, Kiplinger Retirement Report The vast majority of seniors don’t have long-term-care insurance. For all but the wealthiest, deteriorating health or an imminent need for care can raise real concerns about running Read More
By Christopher J. Gearon, Kiplinger’s Retirement Report As you approach your final 10 or so years of work, did you ever think how you’d pay the bills if you became seriously ill for an Read More
By Kimberly Lankford, Kiplinger Personal Finance Q: I’m about to sign up for Medicare, and I know there are gaps in the coverage. How much should I expect to spend for medical expenses after Read More
By Kimberly Lankford, Kiplinger Retirement Report Q: I turned 65 a few years ago while living in Florida. My wife and I are about to move to Delaware, and the insurer says I can keep my Read More