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1.3% 2020 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) | How Does It Compare to 2021 Medicare Premiums?

The 2021 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is 1.3%. What does this mean for your Medicare costs?

Pre-Standardized Medigap Plans

Pre-standardized plans are Medigap plans sold before July 1992. The Medigap market was standardized in 1990 due to widespread consumer abuse, said the HHS.

ACA Saves Medicare Beneficiaries Billions

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) helped reduce the cost of prescription drugs in Medicare. In 2013, each beneficiary saved an average of $911 on drug costs.

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What Do Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare) Cover?

Need to know if your medical test or service is covered by Original Medicare? Check out this comprehensive list to find out what Medicare does and does not cover.

What Medicare Does And Does Not Cover

Original Medicare covers a lot, but it doesn't cover everything. Learn more about what Medicare does and does not cover.

Medicare Preventive Benefits

As a Medicare beneficiary, you may be eligible for a range of preventive health services. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) provides coverage for the following.

Does Medicare Cover Mental Health? | Medicare Coverage Advice

Discover what common mental health treatments various Medicare health insurance plans cover, including therapy and prescription medication for depression and anxiety.

Does Medicare Cover Surgery?

Medicare does cover the costs of many types of surgery, as long as they are considered medically necessary.

Does Medicare Cover SilverSneakers?

Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans may cover SilverSneakers, a popular fitness program. Learn more about how to find a plan that covers wellness benefits.