If you get federal employee health benefits (FEHB) as a retiree, you can choose whether to also enroll in Medicare Part B. If you do, your FEHB premiums stay the same, and there may be some advantages ...

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.

If you’re a federal employee approaching retirement, you’ve probably heard mixed advice about whether to sign up for Medicare Part B at age 65. Many retirees with Federal Employees Health Benefits ...

Question from Elaine: I'm 66, still working, and getting health insurance through my employer. I'd like to continue to work for at least a couple more years. However, there's talk that my office ...

If you’ve been focused on figuring out your private health insurance options during your working years, you probably haven’t thought much about Medicare and how it works. But as the years tick by and ...

A lesser‑known Medicare deadline can trigger higher monthly premiums if you miss it. We explain which date to watch and how ...

Medicare premiums and deductibles saw increases in 2026, with Part B rising to $202.90. Late enrollment can incur lifetime penalties.

Are you planning to enroll in Medicare for the first time? You can sign up only during specified times of the year. Enrollment is done through Social Security, although some people with retirement or ...

As the workforce evolves, an increasing number of Americans are choosing to remain employed beyond traditional retirement ages. Currently, as of 2023, the most recent numbers show that nearly 20% ...

Holding off could benefit you for a less obvious reason.

My husband, Jason, is a retired veteran and never enrolled in Medicare because he uses the VA for his medical care and does not have to pay the Medicare premium. He is having heart issues and wants to ...