As government scrutiny and enforcement targeting the Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) program continued in 2024, the industry’s response to agency actions escalated. Last year also resulted in the ...

When I investigated and litigated False Claims Act (FCA) cases at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) over the last 10 years, I was often surprised by just how little I knew about the broad array of ...

Many retirees can’t wait until they turn age 65 and become eligible for Medicare, the federal health insurance program for ...

Years of Medicare Advantage overpayments have increased Part B premiums for everyone and eroded Social Security benefits, a new congressional report finds.

Aetna Inc., a national insurer incorporated under the laws of Pennsylvania, has agreed to pay $117,700,000 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by submitting or failing to ...

With updates to the FEHB program and new requirements for certain retirees, it’s more important than ever to understand how FEHB and Medicare work together.

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for retirees, but it’s not entirely free for most people. While the majority get Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) for free, there are monthly ...

This article explains the main differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage in 2026 to help retirees choose the right health care plan.

People living in two states can use Original Medicare nationwide. They may also enroll in a Part C or D plan available in their primary location that also covers their second state. People who are 65 ...