Medicare premiums are the monthly payments people make to maintain their coverage. Individuals who meet certain income and resource limits may qualify for state help with their premiums. The Medicare ...

Each year, billions of dollars in benefits remain unclaimed because eligible seniors are unaware of certain programs that could help them. It's estimated that 89% of eligible seniors for Medicare are ...

CMS expands Extra Help program for savings on Medicare Part D premiums and cost-sharing Expansion eligibility for the full low-income subsidy-benefit arrives as many are losing Medicaid coverage in ...

There are actually several financial assistance programs that can help Medicare beneficiaries who are having a difficult time paying their out-of-pocket health care costs. Here’s what’s available, ...

In June 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives introduced a budget reconciliation bill titled the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The legislation proposes a number of administrative changes to ...

An inheritance won’t affect your Medicare eligibility or benefits, but the extra income could raise some premiums or affect your eligibility for income-based programs. Medicare rules can be complex.

Dear Savvy Senior: Does Medicare offer financial assistance for struggling seniors? My mom lives primarily on her Social Security survivor benefit and is having a hard time paying her Medicare costs. ...