WASHINGTON -- The federal government announced a large hike in Medicare premiums Friday night, blaming the pandemic but also what it called uncertainty over how much it may have to be forced to pay ...

The annual enrollment period for Medicare — government-supported health benefits for retirees — starts Oct. 15.

Medicare Part B covers doctors' visits, outpatient care (including some prescription drugs), ambulance services, and more.

Key Takeaways Premiums and other out-of-pocket costs for Medicare Part B and Part D usually go up every year, but this year’s increase is larger than usual.Medicare Part B premiums are expected to ...

Nearly 69 million Americans who are disabled or 65 or older receive health insurance through Medicare. Most of them must ...

Medicare Part B premiums have steadily increased over the years and are projected to continue increasing. This is mainly due to the ever-increasing costs of healthcare services and medications. Most ...

Social Security recipients could get a 2.7% raise next year, up from last month's estimate of 2.5%, based on the latest inflation report, according to a new estimate. The Consumer Price Index for ...