Turning 65 can be daunting in more ways than one. For many North Carolinians, the weeks before their birthday are accompanied by a deluge of advertisements and mailings for various Medicare plans. The ...

Open enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, giving beneficiaries a window in which to review options, including ...

Besides throwing a birthday party when you turn 65, it’s also important to think about your future health care needs. Even if you are still working and have health coverage through your employer, it’s ...

If you have Medicare or you’re turning 65 this year, there are some key dates you need to know for when to sign up for Medicare. This year, it’s particularly important to stay on track with Medicare ...

There's Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, Medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and so on. We sort out the confusion about ...

A person can sign up for Original Medicare (parts A and B) online when they turn 65. To apply online, a person will need to visit the Social Security Administration’s website to start the process.

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You may first sign up for Medicare during a period that begins 3 months before your 65th birthday and ends 3 months afterward. There are other set enrollment periods throughout the year where you may ...

Not only do Medicare Advantage plans limit your annual out-of-pocket spending, but many offer expanded services beyond what ...

A late Medicare enrollment could result in lifelong Part B surcharges. You also risk costly medical bills in the absence of having coverage. Know the rules of Medicare enrollment so you don't delay ...