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Jul 20

How selling a home may affect what you pay for Medicare

By Philip Moeller

Watch out for this gotcha.

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Jul 13

Is there any relief for astronomical drug costs?

By Philip Moeller

Medicare is prevented by law from negotiating with drug companies over their prices. In recent years, the price tag for people who must take expensive new drugs has risen at an alarming rate.

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May 25

How to avoid Medicare enrollment panic

By Philip Moeller

No need to panic. Here's what you need to know about Medicare enrollment.

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May 04

How to get what’s yours from Medicare and Social Security

By Philip Moeller

The Social Security Administration is heavily involved in Medicare. Here's what you need to know about how the two programs interact -- and how to make the most out of it.

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Apr 27

On the road? Medicare options for travelers in the U.S.

By Philip Moeller

What are the Medicare coverage options for those of us who live “on the road”?…

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Apr 13

How to get vision, hearing and dental care that’s not covered by Medicare

By Philip Moeller

Basic Medicare coverage does not cover vision, hearing or dental care, but the failure to get regular care in any of these areas can lead to serious health issues in later life.

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Mar 24

Drugs taken in hospitals may be dangerous to your financial health

By Philip Moeller

Hospitals are not free to charge whatever they want, but they are allowed to charge a lot more than would be allowed under a Part D drug plan.

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Mar 16

Get ready for big changes in Medicare drug pricing

By Philip Moeller

Medicare announced a test program last week to help combat this rising drug prices.

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Mar 02

Are you overpaying for retiree health insurance?

By Philip Moeller

Medicare Maven Phil Moeller answers your health care questions.

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Feb 24

Your Medicare tax dollars at work

By Philip Moeller

Medicare Maven Phil Moeller answers your Medicare questions.

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