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Medicare and Medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid: The Complete Guide

A plain-language guide to how Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP work, who qualifies, when to enroll, what each part covers and costs, and how to appeal a decision. It is for anyone approaching 65, living with a disability or limited income, or helping a parent or child get covered.

29 min read Read the complete guide

Medicare and Medicaid Original Medicare (Parts A and B): What Published Guidance Supports

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

12 min read

Knowing what each part covers, and what it does not, helps you avoid gaps and plan for costs that Medicare leaves to you. Key takeaways Who is eligibl...

Medicare and Medicaid What Original Medicare (Parts A and B) Is, and Why It Matters

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

4 min read

Knowing what each part covers, and what it does not, helps you avoid gaps and plan for costs that Medicare leaves to you. Key takeaways Who is eligibl...

Medicare and Medicaid Original Medicare (Parts A and B): What to Do, in Order

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

4 min read

The federal health insurance program for people 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities, made up of Part A (hospital insurance) and Par...

Medicare and Medicaid What People Get Wrong About Original Medicare (Parts A and B)

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

4 min read

Knowing what each part covers, and what it does not, helps you avoid gaps and plan for costs that Medicare leaves to you. Key takeaways Who is eligibl...

Medicare and Medicaid Starting Out With Original Medicare (Parts A and B)

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

4 min read

The federal health insurance program for people 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities, made up of Part A (hospital insurance) and Par...

Medicare and Medicaid A Q and A on Original Medicare (Parts A and B)

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

6 min read

The federal health insurance program for people 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities, made up of Part A (hospital insurance) and Par...

Medicare and Medicaid Original Medicare (Parts A and B): Just the Figures

Dr Amara Nwosu

2 years ago

4 min read

The federal health insurance program for people 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities, made up of Part A (hospital insurance) and Par...

Medicare and Medicaid The Evidence on Medicare Advantage Plans, Without the Hype

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

12 min read

They can cost less up front and add extra benefits, but networks and prior authorization rules can limit where and how you get care. Key takeaways Als...

Medicare and Medicaid Medicare Advantage Plans, Explained Without the Jargon

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

4 min read

They can cost less up front and add extra benefits, but networks and prior authorization rules can limit where and how you get care. Key takeaways Als...

Medicare and Medicaid Medicare Advantage Plans: A Practical Checklist

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

4 min read

Medicare-approved plans from private companies, also called Part C, that replace Original Medicare as the way you get your Part A and Part B benefits....

Medicare and Medicaid Medicare Advantage Plans: Separating Myth From Guidance

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

4 min read

They can cost less up front and add extra benefits, but networks and prior authorization rules can limit where and how you get care. Key takeaways Als...

Medicare and Medicaid Medicare Advantage Plans for Beginners: Where to Start

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

4 min read

Medicare-approved plans from private companies, also called Part C, that replace Original Medicare as the way you get your Part A and Part B benefits....

Medicare and Medicaid A Q and A on Medicare Advantage Plans

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

5 min read

Medicare-approved plans from private companies, also called Part C, that replace Original Medicare as the way you get your Part A and Part B benefits....

Medicare and Medicaid The Short Guide to Medicare Advantage Plans

Ben Halvorsen

2 years ago

4 min read

Medicare-approved plans from private companies, also called Part C, that replace Original Medicare as the way you get your Part A and Part B benefits....

Medicare and Medicaid What the Guidance Really Says About Part D and Extra Help

Dr Priya Raghunathan

2 years ago

12 min read

Drug costs are a major expense for many older adults, and many people who qualify for Extra Help never apply. Key takeaways How you get Part D: throug...

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