Timing is critical for benefits and to avoid a penalty for not signing up when you are first eligible. There are several triggers for eligibility, but this column will focus only on age eligibility.

Medicare Part D has been a lifeline for millions of Americans, particularly seniors and individuals with disabilities, in managing the rising cost of prescription drugs. Since its introduction in 2006 ...

Making a smart Medicare decision — especially during open enrollment — starts with knowing the basic components of the health care program. With four distinct parts, the system can feel complicated, ...