Medicare Part B spent $9.3 billion on laboratory tests in 2021, a recent report from the Office of Inspector General (OIG) found. This represents a 17% increase from 2020, when spending was at $8 ...

Implementing the Medicare $2 drug list model would have reduced out-of-pocket spending by 63% for Part D beneficiaries in 2021. The model caps cost-sharing at $2 for a 30-day supply of 101 generic ...

Differential coding in MA plans results in higher risk scores and increased payments compared to TM, with significant insurer variation. UnitedHealth Group's risk scores were significantly higher than ...

We are now just past the midpoint in the Medicare open enrollment period. One online health insurance consolidator, eHealth, has compiled some interesting trends in how this year’s Medicare enrollment ...

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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 ...