Dear Savvy Senior, What does Medicare factor into their star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the ...

The Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction initiative from CMS is set to take effect Jan. 1, 2026, introducing new prior authorization requirements for select services. Here are seven things to ...

The annual Medicare open‑enrollment season is here, and millions of beneficiaries will have a chance to change coverage that ...

Open enrollment for the 2026 Medicare season starts on Oct. 15. Here’s what you should know (and do) before the benefits ...

Dr. Mehmet Oz, who heads the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, joined WTOP anchors John Aaron and Michelle Basch live to discuss the open enrollment, vaccines and the government shutdown.

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Scam calls and texts spike during Medicare and Marketplace open enrollment, targeting consumers’ personal and financial ...

Medicare costs are rising significantly in 2026, with Part B premiums set for one of the largest hikes in the program's ...

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 ...