Why paying out-of-pocket for prescriptions might be cheaper than your insurance copay
Next time you have a drug prescription to fill, it might be wise to pause a moment before…
Social Security cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by government shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — The ongoing government shutdown is delaying the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment…
CMS backs off pause on Medicare doctor payments amid shutdown| STAT
Tara Bannow covers hospitals, providers, and insurers. You can reach Tara on Signal at tarabannow.70. Update: This story…
Does Medicare require prior authorization?
Does Medicare require prior authorization? Medicare Advantage plans often require prior authorization. But these coverage reviews are rare…
What’s behind Brattleboro Memorial Hospital’s multimillion-dollar budget shortfall?
The Brattleboro Memorial Hospital campus on Belmont Avenue. Photo by Kevin O’Connor/VTDigger BRATTLEBORO — Ask administrators at Brattleboro…
Social Security COLA 2026 coming Oct. 24 after delay
Peopleimages | Istock | Getty Images The government shutdown will delay a key announcement that affects millions of…
Thousands of Maryland seniors notified of the end of their Medicare Advantage plans
Thousands of Maryland seniors expected to receive notice this month that their supplemental Medicare plans will no longer…
Medicare open enrollment in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
In Chester County, PA MEDI local coordinator Sarah Milam encourages older residents to seek out counseling appointments and…
Medicare Part D prescription drug plans options are shrinking. Here’s what to know
Fewer choices may be on the menu again as Medicare patients shop for prescription coverage this fall. The…
What to know about upcoming benefit increase
Erik Isakson | Tetra Images | Getty Images The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 is expected to…