3+ hour, 30+ min ago  (480+ words) I'm 63 and recently had a hospital stay that left me with bills I can't afford to pay. I had Affordable Care Act health insurance, but after my premiums went up in January, I had to drop my coverage. Now I'm…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (306+ words) Great Bend Tribune Dear Rusty: Help! The Social Security Administration says I didn't pay enough into my Social Security account, despite being a business owner and paying taxes. What can I do? Signed: Self-employed American Dear Self-employed: For all potential…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (442+ words) My wife and I are approaching 65, but I'm still working and have good health coverage through my employer. Do we need to enroll in Medicare at this point? If you or your spouse is still working past age 65 and have…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (485+ words) Great Bend Tribune Dear Rusty: I turn 65 this November 2026. Someone told me I need to set up a Social Security account at least 3 months ahead of time before applying for Medicare for the first time. I do not intend to…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (282+ words) There are two things you should be aware of: 1. You do not need to claim Social Security benefits when you enroll in Medicare 2. You do not need to enroll in Medicare at age 65 if you have "creditable" health-care coverage from…...

9+ mon, 2+ week ago  (537+ words) Medicare open enrollment is scheduled to run Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. That's when seniors can switch coverage between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage or change a prescription drug plan. Original Medicare is a health plan that has two parts: Part A…...

10+ mon, 2+ week ago  (485+ words) Dear Rusty: I'm 64 and still working full time, and plan to continue working at least until I'm 70; it's a good job, and I enjoy it. Signed: Confused About Medicare Dear Confused: We're happy to assist you with understanding this. First,…...