Is Medicare’s New Provider Search Tool a Step in the Right Direction?
(Author Meredith Freed for The Kaiser Family Foundation published Oct 17, 2025) October 15th marked the first day of the
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What to Know About the Medicare Open Enrollment Period and Medicare Coverage Options
(Authors: Alex Cottrill, Jeannie Fuglesten Biniek, Tricia Neuman, Juliette Cubanski, and Meredith Freed for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Oct
Read MorePrivate Medicare, Medicaid Plans Exaggerate In-Network Mental Health Options, Watchdogs Say
(By Tony Leys for KFF Health News) Companies running private Medicare and Medicaid insurance plans inaccurately list many mental health
Read MoreCMS walks back Medicare payment pause
(By: Erica Cerutti for Becker’s Hospital Review) CMS has clarified that only select Medicare claims will be held amid the
Read MoreStates Jostle Over $50B Rural Health Fund as Trump’s Medicaid Cuts Trigger Scramble
(By Sarah Jane Tribble for KFF Health News) WASHINGTON — Nationwide, states are racing to win their share of a
Read MoreThe Medicare Plan Finder portal contains errors
The Medicare Plan Finder portal contains errors and conflicting information that could lead the individual to sign up for the
Read MoreIt is time to optimize your coverage
Medicare premiums in 2026 are increasing to an estimated Part B premium of $206.50, according to the latest Medicare Trustees
Read MoreMedicare Beneficiaries Have 32 Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans Available, on Average, for 2026
(Authors: Jeannie Fuglesten Biniek, Meredith Freed, Anthony Damico, and Tricia Neuman for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Oct 14, 2025)
Read MoreGovernment shutdown extends into 3rd week: 4 notes
(By: Andrew Cass for Becker’s Hospital Review) The federal government shutdown is entering its third week as lawmakers on Tuesday
Read MoreNorth Carolina hospitals wipe out $6.5B in medical debt
(By: Andrew Cass for Becker’s Hospital Review) North Carolina’s medical debt relief program has surpassed its initial financial projections, relieving
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