Municipal retirees are fighting a city plan to shift their health coverage from traditional Medicare to a privately administered Medicare Advantage plan run by Aetna. In Riverdale, that fight is ...

Beneficiaries have from Oct. 15 until Dec. 7 to evaluate their Medicare coverage options and select new plans for next year. Experts say it's an important opportunity retirees should not ignore.

The less you have to spend on healthcare as a retiree, the more flexibility you'll have in your budget. Make a point to sign up for Medicare on time, and review your plan choices carefully each year.

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Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles are expected to soar next year. The steep increase is due to several factors, including higher utilization of Part B services. Some retirees may be able to ...

Medicare is also available to a person younger than 65, under certain conditions. However, older adults have different health concerns and needs, so finding the right plan is an individual choice.

Once you retire, you may find that healthcare is one of your biggest ongoing expenses. And it's important to do what you can to keep your costs down. Part of that means choosing your Medicare coverage ...

Medicare Part B covers doctors' visits, outpatient care (including some prescription drugs), ambulance services, and more. The standard monthly Medicare Part B premium currently stands at $185. This ...