You don't have to use the Medicare insurance; you can still use your work coverage, but you have to sign up and defer coverage.

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Whether you're still preparing for retirement or you've already exited the workforce, you're always looking for ways to stretch your retirement dollars further. Medicare, which is the ...

Medicare's income-based surcharges can cost hundreds monthly. Find out if you qualify for appeals and planning tactics to ...

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Your first Medicare bill could be a lot more than you were expecting. Here’s how to prepare for a bill that could run into ...

The Medicare Advantage open enrollment period begins Jan. 1 and ends March 31 each year. The changes that can be made during ...

Medicare Part D prescription drug plans cover take-home prescription medications. Private insurers administer these plans.

If you qualify for the Medicare drug program and don't sign up by today, you'll have to pay lifetime penalties if you want coverage later. President Bush says deadlines provide "finality," but others ...