Aug 09 Social Security says I owe money for Medicare coverage I didn’t get. How do I appeal? By Philip Moeller A cautionary tale about how even the most straightforward Medicare applications can turn into nightmares. Continue reading
Aug 03 Watch 4:46 Tax reform is the next big GOP push. Here’s what to expect By PBS News Hour Republican leaders are starting to make decisions on how they will approach tax reform, an issue that's equally important as health care to Republicans, and one that's arguably even tougher to solve. Lisa Desjardins sits down with Judy Woodruff to… Continue watching
Aug 02 The fight over Obamacare is over — for now. What does that mean for seniors? By Philip Moeller Republicans are far from finished when it comes to trying to honor their seven-year-old pledge to do away with the Affordable Care Act. Continue reading
Jul 26 Why won’t Social Security give me the retroactive child benefits I’m entitled to? By Philip Moeller Phil Moeller talks about how to get retroactive benefits from Social Security and more in this week's "Ask Phil."… Continue reading
Jul 19 I was successful and recognized. Now, at 64, I can’t get an interview. By Philip Moeller When it comes to workplace matters, major age biases still seem to be the order of the day. Aging and retirement expert Phil Moeller advises a reader on finding employment in his 60s. Continue reading
Jul 18 House GOP budget plan calls for major cuts to benefits, paving way for tax overhaul bill By Andrew Taylor, Associated Press House Republicans on Tuesday unveiled a 10-year budget blueprint that would dramatically increase military spending while putting the GOP on record favoring Medicare cuts opposed by President Donald Trump. Continue reading
Jul 13 Social Security trust fund will be depleted in 17 years, according to trustees report By Philip Moeller The annual trustee reports on Social Security and Medicare, released today, have become a doomsday clock for senior benefits. Continue reading
Jul 12 Seeking a ‘better than bingo’ solution for loneliness in older age By Philip Moeller While few would question the need for making long-term financial retirement plans, there is relatively little formal emphasis on making long-term plans for combating loneliness and staying involved in multiple social activities. Continue reading
Jul 05 Medicare’s lack of dental, hearing and vision coverage can put seniors in a bind By Philip Moeller "This is what we need to survive, not something we want, like a toaster oven," explains a reader. Continue reading
Jun 29 I like using holistic doctors. Do I really need Medicare Part B? By Philip Moeller You can defer this moment of truth or perhaps avoid it altogether by taking fantastic care of yourself. But forgoing health insurance is fine until you get sick. Continue reading