Medicare
All the latest Newsweek coverage of Medicare and other health insurance stories. Medicare is a federal health insurance program established in 1965, primarily for individuals aged 65 and older, though it also covers some younger people with disabilities or specific diseases. Medicare has four parts: Part A (hospital insurance), Part B (medical insurance), Part C (Medicare Advantage, allowing private health plans), and Part D (prescription drug coverage). Funded through payroll taxes, premiums, and general revenue, Medicare helps cover hospital stays, doctor visits, preventive services, and prescription drugs.
Americans willing to pay more for Medicare to expand access
Roughly 82 percent of Americans support requiring Medicare and insurance companies to cover the Alzheimer's treatments.
Texas cancer patients may need new doctors after insurance changes
All doctors working at the cancer center in Houston will no longer be in-network for the seniors relying on either Medicare Part C Advantage plans.
Trump's Health Care Policies Put Patients First | Opinion
Trump has a proven track record: His administration implemented policies that delivered better care at lower costs for Americans.
Thousands of seniors lose Medicare coverage after 25% of plans leave Oregon
Many private insurers are cutting their plans amid rising costs in part due to changes under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Alzheimer's: Simple drug change could save Medicare hundreds of millions
Medicare could save up to $336 million every year by simple changes to the way medication is distributed.
Millions of seniors lose their Medicare Advantage coverage
Millions of seniors have been told they'll need to find new plans this fall after private insurers cut plans in markets across the country.
Medicare open enrollment for 2025: Everything you need to know
The annual period in which plans can be changed for Medicare enrollees is starting.
Medicare change would expand coverage for 14 million people
This week, Kamala Harris proposed expanding Medicare to provide home care for families that cannot afford long-term care.
Medicare patients to save up to $3,800 per day with new rebate
The White House has announced that 54 new drugs covered by Medicare must be provided at a lower coinsurrance rate.
How Kamala Harris' tie-breaking vote could push up Medicare costs in 2025
The 2022 vote was split 51-50 across party lines, and Harris cast the final vote for the law that made substantial changes to Medicare prices beginning in 2025.
Seniors to lose health care plan after Medicare Advantage change
If affected, seniors should receive a letter alerting them about the next steps and how to enroll in a new plan.
Medicare beneficiaries could lose access to some benefits by end of year
Unless Congress acts, telehealth services are scheduled to expire by the end of the year.
Seniors may see huge increases to Medicare Advantage costs
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans are set to experience significant updates, and it's a mixed bag of news for seniors.
Medicare beneficiaries could face shock this month from plan updates
The annual notice of change arrives every October for Medicare recipients.
Ozempic could soon be cheaper in US
The U.S. government may be about to haggle down the price of Ozempic from its manufacturer Novo Nordisk.
More than 500,000 Americans set to lose their Medicare Advantage plans
Roughly 560,000 members will need to find a new plan.
900,000 Americans on Medicare warned of data breach
Nearly 1 million Medicare beneficiaries might have had their sensitive information compromised last year.
Lauren Boebert "melted down" on debate stage, opponent says
Lauren Boebert clashed with Democratic opponent Trisha Calvarese at a golf club in Littleton, Colorado, on Tuesday.
Working seniors see changes to Medicare
Under the IRA, the definition of creditable prescription coverage changed, and some employer-offered plans no longer count.
Georgia Medicare recipients will see major change in November
Georgia maintains its health insurance marketplace on HealthCare.gov but will implement the state-run platform Georgia Access.
Joe Biden has a new nickname for Donald Trump
Joe Biden called the former president "Donald Dump" during an event in Maryland on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Joe Biden share stage for first time since his exit
The outgoing and incoming standard-bearers of the Democratic party highlighted a White House victory on lowering the cost of prescription drug prices.
Medicare drug prices are changing: What to know
President Joe Biden has approved deals with drug companies to lower the costs of 10 of Medicare's most common and expensive drugs.
Republicans warn Joe Biden's Medicare plan may break the law
The Inflation Reduction Act aimed to bring down the cost of drugs, but insurers have been forced to shoulder higher costs and premiums are going up.
Medicare beneficiaries facing "perfect storm" for enrollment, insurance CEO
Seniors on Medicare might need to make different decisions when it comes to their health care plans next year.
Americans are worried about Medicare: poll
The majority of Americans enrolled in Medicare who were polled said they fear they'll see their benefits slashed.
When It Comes to Trump, Seniors Know a Con When They Hear It | Opinion
Donald, some seniors may have been born at night, but they weren't born last night. They know a con when they hear it.
California counties see drastically different Medicare Advantage enrollment
The market penetration for Medicare Advantage was significantly lower in northern countries.
Republican states sue to block 'Dreamers' from accessing Obamacare
At least 100,000 people protected under DACA are set to get access to Medicare or Medicaid this November.
Medicare Advantage is denying more requests for seniors' care: Report
Medicare Advantage, the privatized version of Medicare, serves a little more than half of all seniors on Medicare.
