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3 Million Seniors Face Medicare Advantage Disruptions as Insurers Exit Markets for 2026
2+ hour, 23+ min ago (577+ words) Unfortunately, these exits are happening at the same time as rising premiums and shrinking provider networks. And the uncertainty is stressful for many seniors. Here is what you need to know about what's happening with Medicare Advantage so that you…...
5 Medical Costs Seniors Still Pay Out-of-Pocket in 2026
1+ week, 3+ day ago (79+ words) Medicare is often seen as a safety net'a promise that when we reach 65, our" Medicare is comprehensive, but it is not all-inclusive. Many seniors enter retirement assuming that "medical" The New Old Idea Growing out of the pandemic is a…...
8 Procedures That Can Be Cheaper Without Insurance
1+ week, 4+ day ago (292+ words) If you go to a hospital lab for a standard panel, you might get a bill for $400. However, national chains like Quest and LabCorp offer "direct-to-consumer" pricing where that same metabolic panel costs $49. In 2026, you can order your own labs…...
Florida’s New 30‑Day Deadline for Patient Overpayment Refunds
1+ week, 6+ day ago (124+ words) This law is prospective, meaning it applies to overpayments identified after January 1, 2026. Go back through your billing portal today and look for any "credit balances" sitting on your ledger. The Sunshine State has much more to offer beyond just the…...
10 Medicaid Extras That Reduce Out-of-Pocket Costs for Seniors in 2026
2+ week, 8+ hour ago (165+ words) Which benefit would help the most right now'transportation, dental, help at home, or lower Medicare premiums'and have you checked if it's available in your state? Medicaid Waiver Slots Are Opening in Several States 5 Medicare Notices You Must Read Before You…...
10 Medicare Part D Deductible Rules That Are Costing Retirees More in 2026
2+ week, 10+ hour ago (77+ words) Medicare is often seen as a safety net'a promise that when we reach 65, our" Medicare Advantage plans may seem like a good idea. Most of the time, it seems" January is when a lot of "set it and forget it…...
8 Hidden Insurance Practices That Quietly Raise Your Premiums Every Year
2+ week, 2+ day ago (102+ words) 6 Insurance Rules That Delay Reimbursement Longer Than Expected A lot of home owners don't realize that they are responsible for the water and" Metropolitan Commercial Bank (MCB) is pulling out of the cryptocurrency market, while Silvergate Bank is" The Great…...
5 Medicare Notices You Must Read Before You Toss the Envelope
2+ week, 2+ day ago (687+ words) The Medicare Summary Notice is one of the most important letters because it's your receipt for services billed to Medicare. It shows what providers charged, what Medicare paid, and what you may owe, which helps you spot errors and suspicious…...
7 Medicare Coverage Details That Matter More Later in the Year
2+ week, 3+ day ago (77+ words) Medicare is often seen as a safety net'a promise that when we reach 65, our" Medicare Advantage plans may seem like a good idea. Most of the time, it seems" Medicare is comprehensive, but it is not all-inclusive. Many seniors enter…...
6 Insurance Rules That Delay Reimbursement Longer Than Expected
2+ week, 4+ day ago (712+ words) In an ideal world, you file an insurance claim, and the check arrives in two weeks. In 2026, that timeline is a relic of the past. As insurers adopt AI-driven auditing tools and strict new federal pilot programs, the "standard" processing…...