Medicare and Medicaid Articles

Know what's offered so you can make informed decisions ahead of time

NOVEMBER 15, 2018 | By John F. Wasik

Caregivers should know what hospice involves and how to navigate the decision

AUGUST 1, 2018 | By John F. Wasik

5 recommendations from experts at a West Health summit

FEBRUARY 27, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

A rundown of the changes in premiums, deductibles and coverage

JANUARY 14, 2019 | By Joe Baker

Two steps to take to help sidestep these big goofs

JULY 10, 2018 | By Bob Carlson

An innovative Medicare program could get more people to seek hospice sooner

DECEMBER 21, 2018 | By Debbie Reslock

This program might pay for some long-term care costs, but the rules are tricky

FEBRUARY 5, 2014 | By Virginia Morris

A guide to preserving your Medicaid eligibility and assets

OCTOBER 24, 2017 | By Tara Lynne Groth

Personal medical experiences from an expat entering his 60s

FEBRUARY 22, 2018 | By Chuck Bolotin

The difference between where Americans would prefer to die and where they do

DECEMBER 6, 2018 | By Bill Ward

Confusion among patients leads to surprises when the bill arrives

APRIL 4, 2019 | By Michelle Andrews, Kaiser Health News

A senior housing expert looks into his crystal ball and sees challenges ahead

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 | By Chris Farrell

A new investigation paints a harrowing picture of hospice patients left for dead

OCTOBER 27, 2017 | By Grace Birnstengel

What the 2.8 percent bump will really mean for retired Americans

OCTOBER 24, 2018 | By Gretchen Frazee, PBS NewsHour

A report says some over 70 will see health bills over $600,000

JUNE 28, 2018 | By Chris Farrell

It may be possible. Here are 7 options to explore.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017 | By Carol Levine

Older Americans aren't getting the care they need. Here's why that matters.

FEBRUARY 8, 2019 | By Grace Birnstengel

How Medicare beneficiaries can ensure they'll have the right plans in 2019

OCTOBER 4, 2018 | By Joe Baker

Grading his policies on experienced workers, retirement security and health care

JANUARY 15, 2019 | By Chris Farrell

Yelp and Medicare dole out stars for nursing homes in very different ways

JUNE 4, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg