As the federal budget tightens access to Medicare, the gap between wealthy and struggling retirees is likely to grow.
Through Medicare Savings Programs, low-income people with Medicare benefit from cost savings, as their premiums and, in some cases, cost-sharing, are covered through Medicaid at no cost. Information ...
In June 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives introduced a budget reconciliation bill titled the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The legislation proposes a number of administrative changes to ...
You have to admit, Medicare is not the simplest program to understand. But there are good reasons to learn all you can about its benefits, especially if it means extra money in your pockets! There are ...
There are actually several financial assistance programs that can help Medicare beneficiaries who are having a difficult time paying their out-of-pocket health care costs. Here’s what’s available, ...
CMS just released 2016 data on the Medicare Shared Savings Program and the information proves that patience pays off, savings don't have to happen at the expense of quality, and that physician-led ...
In late August 2025, CMS released Performance Year (PY) 2024 data for the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). This marked ...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released its Medicare Shared Savings Program application and will accept applications beginning Dec. 1. The application is available on the CMS website ...
Medicare premiums are the monthly payments people make to maintain their coverage. Individuals who meet certain income and resource limits may qualify for state help with their premiums. The Medicare ...
Hello, and welcome to A Health Podicy. I'm your host, Rob Lott. The Medicare population is incredibly diverse, including, of course people aged 65 and older, as well as younger individuals with ...
Dear Savvy Senior: Does Medicare offer financial assistance for struggling seniors? My mom lives primarily on her Social Security survivor benefit and is having a hard time paying her Medicare costs. ...