Medicare costs are climbing in 2026, raising questions about whether supplemental coverage makes financial sense.

There’s no doubt Medicare is popular among older Americans: In a 2024 Gallup poll, 87% of adults over 65 believe the federal health insurance program will be important or extremely important to them ...

Next year's higher Medicare costs could eat into Social Security gains, but supplemental coverage may offer relief.

Each year, the costs associated with Medicare Part B have the potential to rise. In 2026, the standard monthly Part B premium ...

Each year, millions of retired Americans rely on Medicare supplemental insurance — also known as Medigap — to bridge the coverage gaps left by their traditional Medicare coverage. After all, the costs ...

During open enrollment, it’s important to pay attention to changes and ask questions, said Louise Norris, health policy analyst for medicareresources.org, which distributed information about Medicare ...

Medicare is a vital social safety net for some of America's most vulnerable citizens. The program provides health care ...

Although Medicare helps cover the costs of most medical services, it's essential that you still plan for out-of-pocket expenses and understand that it's not truly "free" health care. In this ...

Physicians Mutual is the best choice for Medigap Plan G in Arizona because of its cheap rates and good customer service. Plan G has the best coverage for new Medicare enrollees. Plan N is another ...