WUNC

How to sign up for Medicare for the first time

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 ...

Beware of these open enrollment scams involving Medicare, Healthcare.gov

The Better Business Bureau is warning people about scams involving open enrollment for Medicare and Healthcare.gov.
Government Executive

What federal employees need to know about Medicare enrollment

Most federal employees and annuitants know they are eligible for Medicare benefits at age 65. What’s less clear is how and when to enroll in the different parts of Medicare. Here’s what to keep in ...
FinanceBuzz on MSN

8 Things Retirees Must Do Before Enrolling or Renewing Medicare Coverage

Prepare for Medicare enrollment or renewal with these eight essential steps to ensure the right coverage and avoid lifelong ...
MarketWatch

I turned 65 in April, but I’m still working and on my employer’s health plan. I was advised not to sign up for Medicare. But now I’m paranoid that I made a mistake. What ...

Question: “I turned 65 in April 2025, still work, and am on my employer’s high deductible health plan. I called Medicare and asked about signing up but was advised not to sign up for Part A yet, even ...

Medicare fraud spikes during open enrollment. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Medicare fraud spikes during open enrollment. Here’s how to protect yourself. Medicare’s open-enrollment period is a time for ...
Kiplinger

What to Do About These Three Medicare Changes During Open Enrollment

When the Medicare open-enrollment season for 2026 starts on October 15, brace yourself for some big, and potentially costly, changes. Premium hikes for both medical and drug coverage, shrinking ...
Investopedia

Medicare Open Enrollment Approaches: What Impact Could the Government Shutdown Have?

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