You may have seen ads by some insurers for a Medicare “flex card,” short for flexible benefits card. But don’t let the name fool you. This debit card, which provides additional benefits for certain ...

When Pam O’Neill underwent a total knee replacement, her Medicare Advantage plan picked up nearly all the costs. But one aspect of her coverage surprised her. “I get $250 per quarter to spend on a ...

Leading up to and during the open enrollment period for Medicare each year, usually between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7, seniors are bombarded with online ads promoting benefits offered by private plans. For ...

A Medicare flex card is a prepaid debit card you can use for certain health costs. You can typically use the cards for things like doctor office copays, healthy food and over-the-counter health items ...

UPDATE (2/9/2023): This story has been updated to include some information about 2023 Medicare Advantage plans. Over the last couple of years, a number of online ads have promoted a “free $2,880 ...

Medicare Advantage enrollees have access to Flex Card perks that can be used for everyday health and wellness expenses. However, a recent report from Kiplinger warns that these benefits may soon ...

It's that time of year when Medicare advertising starts to appear on your television, mobile, and computer screens. Many of these advertisements, though, might be confusing or deceptive. Have you ...

Prepaid flex cards for seniors help Medicare Advantage members pay for certain expenses. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when ...

A critical deadline is approaching for millions of Americans enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans — not open enrollment — I'm talking about expiring prepaid benefit cards. Many Medicare Advantage ...