There's some good news on that front: Certain government agencies operate on a permanent funding basis and should continue to operate pretty much as they always do, even during a protracted shutdown.

Nearly two-thirds of Americans (64%) believe Medicare benefits will be reduced under the current administration, according to a recent NerdWallet survey. For some ...

The popular plans covering tens of thousands of elderly Mass. residents are charging higher premiums, shrinking provider ...

Go to www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare and select “Sign up for Medicare.” Or, call 800-633-4227. Although there’s no firm ...

Modesto residents attended a Medicare forum Friday at Stanislaus Veterans Center. About 300 people attended a Modesto forum ...

Millions of seniors with Medicare Advantage plans can expect slimmed-down benefits, loftier premiums, and a reduced selection ...

Medicare Open Enrollment starts Wednesday, October 15, and runs through Sunday, December 7. Here's everything you need to ...

Rising premiums and shrinking plan options mark a turbulent Medicare open enrollment season. This article originally appeared ...

The moment seniors turn 65, they are faced with one of the most consequential financial and health decisions of their ...

Medicare beneficiaries have a wide selection of Medicare Advantage plans to choose from, but the quality and coverage can vary significantly. In 2026, 97% of beneficiaries will have 10 or ...

When choosing between Medicare Advantage and Medigap, there's no universal answer for retirees. Medigap appeals to many ...

The annual enrollment period for Medicare — government-supported health benefits for retirees — starts Oct. 15.