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7 Changes Coming to Medicare in 2026
By Tony Pugh, AARP October 2025 Lower prices on 10 drugs, new features in plan finder, no reenrollment in prescription payment plan? Check, check and check. Key takeaways You’ll see lower prices on 10 popular high-cost prescriptions. Misled by plan finder? You’ll have a chance to change MA plans. Drug s pending cap rises . Payment plan reenrollment is put on auto . Original Medicare begins prior-authorization pilot program. Advantage plan pilot shut down ; limits added to
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2 days ago6 min read
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What are the Medicare Costs for 2024?
Dear Marci, I heard there are a few changes to Medicare costs this year. What should I expect? -Marco (Chattanooga, TN) Dear Marco, Yes,...
marycoupland5
Feb 20, 20242 min read
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What are Facility Fees?
Dear Marci, I went to the doctor last month and now owe more than I thought I would. I called the office and learned that they charged me...
marycoupland5
Nov 27, 20232 min read
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Should I Choose Medicare Advantage or Original Medicare with a Medigap?
I have Original Medicare and a Medigap but have been seeing a lot of ads for Medicare Advantage Plans that seem great. I don’t want to...
marycoupland5
Sep 9, 20232 min read
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Does Medicare Cover Second Opinions?
Dear Marci, My doctor is recommending I get surgery. I do trust them but I want to get another opinion before agreeing to something so...
marycoupland5
Apr 23, 20232 min read
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How Will Medicare Costs Change in 2022?
Dear Marci, I am working on my budget for the new year and wondering what my Medicare costs will be in 2022? -Emma (San Jose, CA) Dear...
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Jan 18, 20222 min read
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What is a Medigap?
Dear Marci, I am 65 years old and have Original Medicare. I receive a lot of costly care and have heard from my doctor that I should look...
marycoupland5
Oct 14, 20212 min read
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