19+ hour, 7+ min ago (885+ words) Seniors have embraced Medicare Advantage plans for their free or deeply discounted perks such as eyeglasses, dental coverage, gym memberships, and reimbursements for " not joking " golf clubs and pickleball paddles. While those plan perks are a pleasure to imagine using, many people never touch them. "Medicare Advantage enrollees often don't know which supplemental benefits are offered by their plans or how to use them," Gretchen Jacobson, vice president for Medicare at the Commonwealth Fund, a nonprofit research foundation, told Yahoo Finance. "Most Medicare Advantage enrollees say that they would like to receive notifications about unused benefits," she added. Eight in 10 consider these benefits to be an important part of their plans, according to a new study from the Commonwealth Fund. Yet, 3 out of 10 beneficiaries reported not using any supplemental benefits in the previous year. Less than half took advantage of…...

21+ hour, 5+ min ago (776+ words) Millions of Americans who buy health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace will face staggering premium increases in 2026 if enhanced subsidies expire on Dec. 31. Although Congress discussed extending the subsidies during the recent government shutdown, negotiations have hit a wall, leaving millions in limbo. The return of the so-called "subsidy cliff" means anyone earning an income that exceeds 400% of the federal poverty level " $62,600 for individuals or $128,600 for a family of four " will lose all federal assistance and pay full premiums, no matter the cost. The ACA subsidies help lower insurance costs for 22 million out of the 24 million marketplace enrollees. Approximately 1.8 million enrollees have incomes between 300% to 400% of the federal poverty limit while another 725,000 are between 400% and 500%. Current enrollees who get the subsidies will see their monthly average premium payments more than double, increasing by about 114% if the premium tax…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago (569+ words) Millions of older Americans will see a larger chunk of their Social Security cost-of-living adjustment disappear next year as Medicare Part B premiums climb to their highest level yet. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has confirmed that the standard Part B premium will rise to $202.90 per month in 2026, marking the first time premiums have surpassed the $200 threshold. Missed Nvidia and Tesla? RAD Intel Could Be the Next AI Powerhouse " Just $0.85 a Share Have $100k+ to invest? Charlie Munger says that's the toughest milestone " don't stall now. Get matched with a fiduciary advisor and keep building "The public is likely to perceive this Part B increase as taking most of their COLA," Mary Johnson, an independent Social Security and Medicare analyst, told MarketWatch. "This is just a continuation of rising cost news. We haven't seen any indications whatsoever that costs are…...

2+ day, 21+ hour ago (306+ words) Thailand-based digital insurer Roojai has secured $60m (Bt1.93bn) in a joint investment from Apis Partners Group and Asia Partners as part of its series C funding round. The funding will be used to expand activities in Thailand, increase scale in Indonesia and explore further mergers and acquisitions (M&A) opportunities. Apis Global Growth Fund III and Apis Growth Markets Fund III, managed by Apis Partners Group, co-led the investment along with Asia Partners. Founded in 2015, Roojai is headed by CEO Nicolas Faquet. The company began as a provider of online motor insurance in Thailand. Its services have since grown to include health, personal accident and travel insurance. Roojai's digital platform enables users to receive tailored quotes, adjust coverage, submit claims digitally and manage payments. Roojai entered Indonesia's market in 2022 through the acquisition of Lifepal, an insurance comparison website. In 2023, Roojai purchased FWD General…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago (54+ words) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services said Tuesday it expects to achieve net savings of 44%, Oops, something went wrong Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Unveils $12 Billion Net Savings From Reduction in Drug Prices The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services said Tuesday it expects to achieve net savings of 44%,...

4+ day, 15+ hour ago (946+ words) Alistair Berg / Getty Images They often feature low or no premiums, annual out-of-pocket limits, and extra benefits like dental and vision coverage. If you decide to switch back to Original Medicare later, you might also have a hard time getting an affordable Medicare Supplement plan to go with it because of sign-up rules. Check provider networks, review drug formularies, and compare total costs to determine if an MA plan is right for you. Medicare Open Enrollment 2026 is currently underway, and odds are about even that you'll enroll in a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan. According to independent research organization KFF, 54% of all Medicare beneficiaries are covered by this government-approved alternative to Original Medicare. Enrollment has grown steadily in recent years due to the plans' low or $0 premiums and extra benefits. Original Medicare is accepted by most hospitals and doctors in the…...

4+ day, 16+ hour ago (437+ words) Millions of Americans watch their paychecks shrink under premiums, deductibles, and medical bills that rise faster than their wages. Warren Buffett, the longtime Berkshire Hathaway CEO, drew a straight line between those bills and the country's economic standing. At Berkshire's 2017 shareholder meeting, he told investors that healthcare costs had become a direct threat to American competitiveness. Fast Company Calls It a "Groundbreaking Step for the Creator Economy' " Investors Can Still Get In at $0.86/Share Those comments created an unmistakable spotlight on the forces driving costs higher. They also set the stage for one of the most ambitious corporate partnerships in recent memory. In early 2018, Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, and JPMorgan Chase announced an independent nonprofit created to tackle healthcare spending for their workers. Together they employed more than a million people and carried more market power than most countries. The plan…...

4+ day, 17+ hour ago (326+ words) Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) is one of the most profitable large cap stocks to buy right now. On November 11, Global Payments announced the introduction of the industry's first modular, countertop point-of-sale/POS device. The new hardware is purpose-built for the company's flagship POS platform called Genius, and is designed to bring higher flexibility, durability, and [] Oops, something went wrong Global Payments Launches Industry-First Modular Countertop POS Device for Retail and Restaurants Global Payments Inc. (NYSE:GPN) is one of the most profitable large cap stocks to buy right now. On November 11, Global Payments announced the introduction of the industry's first modular, countertop point-of-sale/POS device. The new hardware is purpose-built for the company's flagship POS platform called Genius, and is designed to bring higher flexibility, durability, and speed to retail and restaurant environments. The device offers 3 main configurations: the…...

5+ day, 8+ hour ago (181+ words) "Santa Clara Family Health Plan is dedicated to keeping our community covered," Christine M. Tomcala, CEO, SCFHP, said. "We want every resident to know that support is available, and that we're here to help them through this process." To further assist residents, SCFHP has expanded operating hours at its Blanca Alvarado Community Resource Center in East San Jos" and its South County Service Hub in Gilroy through the end of 2025. As the Medi-Cal landscape continues to evolve, SCFHP remains dedicated to helping its more than 295,000 members navigate changes with confidence and compassion. By strengthening partnerships and expanding access to trusted information, SCFHP is ensuring that every member has the opportunity to stay connected to care " today and into the future. "The goals of this initiative are twofold," Brian Darrow, Chair of the SCFHP Governing Board, said. "We want to ensure that…...

5+ day, 8+ hour ago (634+ words) President Trump is reportedly considering extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, conditional on significant reforms. Raymond James managing director and Washington health policy research analyst, Chris Meekins, joins Market Domination Overtime to discuss the reported changes and what they could mean for the healthcare industry. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime. Oops, something went wrong Trump's ACA reforms could be worse than losing subsidies: Analyst President Trump is reportedly considering extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, conditional on significant reforms. Raymond James managing director and Washington health policy research analyst, Chris Meekins, joins Market Domination Overtime to discuss the reported changes and what they could mean for the healthcare industry. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market…...