Medicare advantage

Thinking of dropping Medicare Advantage? Here’s why John Oliver and Suze Orman say you should. But are they right?

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Thinking of dropping Medicare Advantage? Here’s why John Oliver and Suze Orman say you should. But are they right?

Every time they open enrollment in Medicare, millions of older adults struggle with the same annual dilemma: stay with their current plan or switch. Two influential voices—comedian John Oliver and personal finance expert Suze Orman—are making a strong case for ditching Medicare Advantage (MA). When high-profile figures offer such strong advice, it can be hard … Read more

Medicare Advantage entices seniors with plan benefits, but a study found they often go unused

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Medicare Advantage entices seniors with plan benefits, but a study found they often go unused

Seniors have embraced Medicare Advantage plans for their free or deeply discounted benefits like eyeglasses, dental coverage, gym memberships and reimbursements for — not kidding — golf clubs and pickleball paddles. While these plan perks are a joy to imagine using, many people never reach them. “Medicare Advantage enrollees often don’t know what extra benefits … Read more