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Ask an Advisor: I Have 2 Years Before I'm Eligible for Medicare. What's My Best Option for Health Insurance?

What's the best route for medical insurance without a work place option? I need two years of coverage before Medicare kicks in. – Robert Health insurance and its associated costs are an important ... read more

Healthcare Before Medicare: Bridging the Coverage Gap

You probably plan to rely upon Medicare for health insurance in retirement, but you can't actually sign up for the program until you're 65. If you retire before then, you'll need to find another way ... read more

Some People Can Enroll in Medicare Before Age 65: These Are the Requirements

While Medicare is typically associated with turning 65, certain individuals can access this vital health insurance earlier. read more

A guide to finding health insurance once you turn 26‌

(KFF Health News illustration; Getty Images, Healthcare.gov.) It was supposed to be easier than this. When the Affordable Care Act was passed in March 2010, the goal was to help more Americans get ... read more

A Guide to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is a federal agency that provides health coverage to millions of people. It oversees programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP. The CMS works ... read more

What to Look for in a Good Medicare Dental Plan

If you're new to the world of Medicare, you'll soon discover that original Medicare (Part A and Part B) doesn't cover most routine dental care. Nor do many Medigap plans, though some may. read more

Medical Necessity for Medicare: Certificates and Tips

If you have a bacterial infection, you need to take antibiotics. If health care providers need to determine that you have a broken bone, you'll need to have an X-ray. Those are some examples ... read more

7 health insurance options to consider before leaving a job and coverage expires

Employment-based health insurance is the most common type of coverage in the U.S., so quitting a job is likely to affect your insurance status. It’s a good idea to explore your insurance options ... read more