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The Cancer Survivor's New Battle

After "beating" their disease, millions skip follow-up care because of cost—even with insurance. read

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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

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AARP Webinar: What the Health Care Law Means For People With Medicare

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July 22, 2010

COBRA Bites Back

Many older Americans feel the sting of a little-known Medicare rule. read

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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

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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

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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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