In The
Spotlight
New Tools Help Fight Health Claim Denials
Under the new health law, consumers will be able to appeal claim denials and coverage cancellation through an external review board. Read
The Cancer Survivor's New Battle
After "beating" their disease, millions skip follow-up care because of cost—even with insurance. read
Short-Term Medicare ‘Doc Fix’ Approved
Potential reimbursement cuts are postponed six months. read
Social Security, Medicare Healthier Than Expected
Full benefits can be paid through 2037, and thanks to health care reform, Medicare will sustain itself 12 years longer than forecast a year ago. read
Health Plans Must Provide Some Tests at No Cost
New rules will eliminate co-payments, deductibles and other charges for many preventive care services. Read
AARP Webinar: What the Health Care Law Means For People With Medicare
If you missed this live event, you can access the session's information here. read
Editors'
Picks
July 22, 2010
COBRA Bites Back
Many older Americans feel the sting of a little-known Medicare rule. read
June 28, 2010
Medicare Doughnut Hole Deception
Hang up if someone calls asking for your Medicare number or other personal information. read
June 24, 2010
A Galling Affair
While recovering from emergency gall bladder surgery our writer learns that health insurers intentionally deny valid claims. read
May 2010
Bone Up on Medicare Supplemental
Find out about the specific benefits offered by each of the 12 Medigap plans, from A through L. read
Where
AARP Stands
AARP CEO A. Barry Rand Recognizes Medicare’s 45th Anniversary
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare into law. "Medicare is still a lifeline that provides choices to older Americans who previously had none," says Rand. read
From The
Experts
How Does Medigap Differ From Medicare Advantage?
Only medigap counts as "Medicare supplemental insurance," but Medicare Advantage plans may provide some extra benefits that supplement Medicare. read
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