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DOJ cracks down on Medicare fraud: $14.6B in schemes, 324 defendants charged
In the largest health care fraud operation of its kind, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has charged 324 defendants in connection with over $14.6 billion in fraudulent Medicare claims, part of the 2025 National ... more
Dr. Oz Makes Shocking Remarks About Credit Cards, Medicare & Medicaid
Dr. Mehmet Oz is once again in the political hot seat—this time over controversial comments made during a nationally televised interview where he suggested Americans should consider using credit cards over relying on Medicare and ... more
Medicare Hospital Trust Fund to run dry by 2033, report warns
A new government report has issued a stark warning: Medicare’s Hospital Insurance (HI) Trust Fund will run out of reserves by 2033—three years earlier than expected. At that point, the fund will only be able ... more
Medicare scams surge: What older Americans need to know
As Medicare Fraud Prevention Week unfolds, federal and local investigations have uncovered alarming trends in how fraudsters are exploiting the Medicare system. With schemes costing U.S. taxpayers an estimated $60 billion annually, experts say older ... more
Social Security Cuts vs Rising National Debt: What’s at Stake for Seniors?
As the U.S. national debt balloons toward $34 trillion in 2025—and projections show it surpassing $50 trillion by 2035—debates in Washington over budget cuts are turning sharper. At the center of the storm? Potential cuts ... more
Retiree Alert: Social Security, Medicare Face Cuts in Trump’s Mega-Bill
Senate Republicans are reviewing Trump’s $4 trillion “One Big Beautiful Bill”, passed narrowly by the House on May 22, 2025 (215–214–1). This sweeping reconciliation package extends 2017 tax cuts, raises the debt ceiling by $4–5 trillion, includes new ... more
Medicare and Medicaid Cuts in Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill: What’s at Stake
Seniors, veterans, and healthcare advocates are pushing back as President Trump’s massive tax bill sparks fears of deep cuts to Medicare and Medicaid. President Donald Trump’s recently unveiled “Big, Beautiful” bill—a sweeping package of tax ... more
Medicare cuts proposed in GOP’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’
A sweeping new budget proposal from House Republicans—branded the "One Big Beautiful Bill"—is drawing intense scrutiny for its plans to cut Medicare spending in 2025. The legislation, subject to debate this week in Washington, aims ... more
Americans face rising out-of-pocket health care costs, study shows
A new report reveals a troubling reality: Americans are spending more of their income on basic health care, even in states with relatively low medical prices. According to WalletHub’s latest analysis, residents in Mississippi spend ... more
Medicare Advantage bill aims to streamline service: How would it work?
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced a bill to make it easier for seniors in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to get medical care. The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act seeks to ... more
Trump Bill Clears House: Millions Could Lose Medicaid, and Social Security May Be Next
In a pre-dawn vote Thursday, House Republicans passed a sweeping economic package aligned with President Donald Trump’s agenda—one that offers tax cuts to corporations and the wealthy, but raises alarm bells over the future of ... more
Medicare at Risk: Trump’s “Big, Beautiful” Bill Could Devastate Seniors
As President Donald Trump's second term rolls on, his long-promised “Big, Beautiful” bill is taking shape in Washington. But instead of excitement, many seniors and lawmakers are bracing for what could be a massive overhaul ... more
Will Medicare Be the Next Target of Federal Cuts? What to Watch in 2025
Medicaid is under fire in the latest GOP budget plan. Now, many are asking whether Medicare will be next. So far, the budget doesn’t directly cut Medicare. However, several lawmakers have hinted that it could ... more
Medicare Deadlines You Can’t Miss Through Mid-June
The next four weeks could impact your benefits If you’re enrolled in Medicare or planning to enroll soon, several key deadlines are approaching between now and mid-June. Missing them could lead to higher premiums, delayed ... more
Medicare, Medicaid may cover digital therapeutics under new bill
ATA Action, the advocacy arm of the American Telemedicine Association, is supporting a new bipartisan bill that could bring FDA-authorized prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) under Medicare and Medicaid coverage. The Access to Prescription Digital Therapeutics ... more
Massive autism study launched: Medicare and Medicaid data to be used by feds
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have announced a new partnership to enable autism research using Medicare and Medicaid claims data. The initiative aims to create ... more
How to report a name or address change to Medicare
Keeping your information up to date with Medicare is crucial. If you change your name or address, you must report it quickly to avoid delays in receiving benefits, claims issues, or missed communications. Follow these ... more
Does Medicare cover massage therapy? What you need to know
Massage therapy is widely known for easing pain, reducing stress, and improving overall wellness. But if you are a Medicare beneficiary, coverage for massage services is limited. Understanding when Medicare will cover massage therapy — ... more
Medicare myths 2025: Common misconceptions you should know
Turning 65 marks the start of your Medicare journey, but navigating the system can feel confusing. Many Americans misunderstand key parts of Medicare, leading to costly mistakes. A survey by the Nationwide Retirement Institute found ... more
