The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services is making significant changes for 2026 to its Medicare Plan Finder tool, which enrollees use to select plans. The federal agency will require each Medicare ...

As the U.S. government remains in the midst of a shutdown, many Medicare beneficiaries have been grappling with frustrating issues while attempting to use the Medicare Plan Finder. These problems, ...

What does Medicare factor into their star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the open enrollment period and want to get it right this time. — Medicare Shopper If you’re shopping ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What does Medicare factor into its star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the open enrollment period and want to get it right this time. — Medicare Shopper ...

Thinking about your medicare drug plan 2026 options? Here are 3 key reasons retirees should reconsider auto-enrolling in a ...

Millions of seniors with Medicare Advantage plans can expect slimmed-down benefits, loftier premiums, and a reduced selection of options in 2026 plans. What that means: This is not the year to skip ...

Whether you’re new to Medicare or a beneficiary gearing up for the annual open enrollment period from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, you’ll want to pay special attention to your prescription drug coverage.

Dear Readers: Medicare annual open enrollment begins Oct. 15, 2025, for 2026 coverage. My usual advice stands. Ignore the calls, look over the mail if you’d like, but only make changes through ...

Medicare is a government-funded health insurance program that provides medical coverage for people ages 65 or older. You can also qualify if you have certain health conditions or disabilities.

What does Medicare factor into their star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the open enrollment period and want to get it right this time. If you’re shopping and comparing ...