Medicare is the U.S. health insurance program for people 65 years old or older or with certain health conditions. Applying for Medicare can seem like a rite of passage or a benchmark in a lifetime.

This week’s column addresses some Medicare questions from readers. Question: What if I did not enroll in a Medicare Part D plan when I turned 65 and I am taking an expensive medication? When can I ...

Medicare open enrollment is now active for eligible adults. Navigating the enrollment process can be challenging. Here is a toolkit of resources that might make the process less stressful. Additional ...

Dear Toni: I am turning 65 soon and working full time with employer benefits. I am receiving conflicting information from friends and co-workers regarding enrolling in Medicare. Some say to enroll in ...

Before I enroll in Medicare, I want to be sure I am asking the right questions, not just filling out forms. These six checks ...

A person can sign up for Original Medicare (parts A and B) online when they turn 65. To apply online, a person will need to visit the Social Security Administration’s website to start the process.

Medicare's annual open enrollment period is between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7, when beneficiaries can switch, add or drop plans. Medicare's annual open-enrollment period is set to begin on Oct. 15, amid a ...

Toni King has authored several books on the subject of Medicare and has appeared regularly as a guest on the American Family Radio Network. My husband, Steven, has been laid off from a company he ...

Toni King has authored several books on the subject of Medicare and has appeared regularly as a guest on the American Family Radio Network. I’m losing the battle with Social Security about me and my ...

Lorraine Roberte is an insurance writer for Investopedia. As a personal finance writer, her expertise includes money management and insurance-related topics. She has written hundreds of reviews of ...

If you're looking for a change in your Medicare or Medicare Advantage plan, now is your best chance to do it with open enrollment. Thomas is a native of upstate New York and a graduate of the ...

Dear Rusty: I am writing to ask for your advice on when I should sign up or enroll in a Medicare Plan. I have submitted an early retirement application to request benefits to begin 30 days after my ...