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Can I Avoid Costly Medicare Mistakes?

Elder Financial Abuse

Workers who are nearing age 65 and have health insurance through their job may want to consider how Medicare could factor into their medical coverage.

Social Security Cost of Living (COLA) Modest Increase in 2024

Social Security COLA increases for 2024

Social Security COLAs are tied to the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W), a measure of price changes for a selection of goods and services, including food, energy, and medical care, that is reported monthly by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Drawbacks to Medicare Advantage Plans

Shower Chair needed when Medicare Advantage discharges too quickly

If you have a Medicare Advantage plan and require a brief stay at a nursing home or rehabilitation facility, you could be in for an unpleasant surprise, according to a Kaiser Health News report.

What Do I Need to Know During Medicare Open Enrollment?

IRA Conversion

Cleveland.com’s recent article entitled “6 things you should know about signing up for Medicare” gives us a few things you should know about Medicare: Who’s enrolled automatically? If you’re under the age of 65 and already receive Social Security benefits, you’ll be automatically enrolled in Original Medicare, which includes Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and…

Should I Enroll in Medicare Before I Retire?

Medicare Health Insurance card - Medicare may be better than employer sponsored insurance.

A recent survey found that a third of those nearing retirement age (62-64) who plan to keep working past 65 don’t understand they can sign up for what is often more affordable Medicare coverage, even while they’re still employed. Kiplinger’s recent article, “Yes, You Can Sign Up for Medicare While You’re Still Working,” says that with retirement further away for many, some people must get some help understanding their options. The article answers some common questions concerning retirement postponement and Medicare coverage, including common misperceptions. Your retirement decision is personal and dependent on your situation. Access to health coverage is…

Can I Safely Age in Place?

Happy Senior couple holding a model of a house - aging in place.

As with anything in life, our individual preferences and circumstances will vary. Some may want to ‘age in place,’ while others may need to consider other housing options.

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