Medicare

Starting April 14, 2025, new identity verification processes by the Social Security Administration (SSA) require in-person verification for certain recipients who cannot use the SSA's online portal.

The CMS has announced the next 15 drugs for which it will be negotiating new prices. These negotiations are scheduled to take place throughout 2025, with the newly negotiated prices set to become effective in 2027.

Medicare is constantly evolving to adapt to the needs of older Americans, and several significant changes have been incorporated into the program for 2025.

Medicare is a complex program with many benefits. Knowing about the options available to beneficiaries will help you understand and navigate the system. Let's look at Medicare's annual wellness visits.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued the 2025 figures for Medicare. As in 2024, these health care costs are going up across the board.

The future of Medicare-reimbursed telehealth services will largely be shaped by ongoing legislative efforts. Congress has introduced several bills aimed at extending many of the temporary telehealth expansions or making them permanent.

The Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Program is one of four types of Medicare Savings Programs. This fall, a new rule will ensure that many more people gain access to this valuable program.

Medicare open enrollment is on the horizon. Start thinking about changes you may want to make to your coverage. Some significant changes have come along for Medicare, with more taking effect in the near future.

Hearing loss is common in older adults, but many still don't wear hearing aids. In addition to helping people to hear better, hearing aids have been demonstrated to have a positive impact on physical and mental health.