Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is underway through Dec. 7, 2024. This is an annual opportunity for people with Medicare to review their coverage and, if needed, make changes to their plans. If you ...

Question: My spouse is planning to retire mid-June. I have Medicare Part A but never signed up for Part B, as she carried our insurance. What are my steps? Answer: Retirement is such an exciting time!

Dear Toni: My husband, Jay, retired six years ago when he turned 65. He enrolled in Medicare Part A only and decided to delay Part B since I put him on my employer’s group health plan. Recently, I ...

A person can sign up for Original Medicare (parts A and B) online when they turn 65. To apply online, a person will need to visit the Social Security Administration’s website to start the process.

Generally speaking, Medicare Part B isn’t free. But depending on eligibility, you can reduce your cost through Medicare savings programs, Medicare Advantage, or disability benefits. Original Medicare ...

Medicare Part B is medical insurance. Original Medicare forms when combining Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B. People often enroll in Part A and Part B together when they first become eligible ...