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Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is calling for a federal investigation into refineries she says may be exploiting renewable fuel exemptions, while thousands of Iowa seniors are being urged to review ...

Although Medicare helps cover the costs of most medical services, it's essential that you still plan for out-of-pocket expenses and understand that it's not truly "free" health care. In this ...

On the surface, a Medicare Advantage plan that charges no monthly premium seems like a better deal than original Medicare with a Medigap and Part D drug plan, which have monthly premiums but typically ...

In October, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Arizona launched a television advertising campaign that coincided with the start of Medicare open enrollment. The ad featured a grandfather playing with his ...

If you spend winters in the south and summers up north, or simply love to explore new places, having the right Medicare plan ...

Medicare Advantage has its own open enrollment period from Jan. 1 through March 31 each year. During that time, you can ...

If your Medicare Advantage plan is going away, you'll typically be eligible for a special enrollment period that starts two ...

When you first enroll in Medicare, it’s exciting to know that many of your healthcare costs will be covered. But you may also ...

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Medicare Supplement plans cover additional health care costs for seniors, but adhering to these myths can result in buyers ...