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.

In 2025, Medicare beneficiaries pay $185 per month for their Part B premiums. This is up a little more than $10 over the $174 ...

Turning 65 can be daunting in more ways than one. For many North Carolinians, the weeks before their birthday are accompanied by a deluge of advertisements and mailings for various Medicare plans. The ...

In a new episode of Decoding Retirement, three experts exposed some of Medicare's "dirty little secrets" — insights every ...

Go to www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare and select “Sign up for Medicare.” Or, call 800-633-4227. Although there’s no firm deadline, Medicare recommends applying three months before you turn 65. You will ...

Medicare beneficiaries face higher costs, reduced services, and possible cuts to the program at large—but there’s good news ...

Both plans offer healthcare coverage but differ greatly when it comes to accessing care. Learn how they work, benefits and ...

You may not be taking prescription drugs when you sign up for Medicare at age 65, or when your work coverage ends, but ...

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A higher-than-expected first Medicare bill can be a surprise for many people. This often happens because the bill covers more than just one month's premium or includes additional surcharges or ...