Medicare open enrollment begins amid the government shutdown. Here’s everything you need to know.

Medicare’s annual open-enrollment period is set to begin on Oct. 15, amid a continuing government shutdown.

Hospitals halt Medicare Telehealth appointments during government shutdown

Hospitals and health systems across the United States have begun suspending or refusing new Medicare telehealth appointments ...
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Major insurer to discontinue Medicare health plan in Stanislaus County. What to know

UnitedHealthcare will discontinue its Medicare managed-care plans in Stanislaus County, effective Jan. 1. A few thousand ...

A longer government shutdown could delay Medicaid, Medicare appointments

Doctors, hospitals and other health providers could see delays in Medicare and Medicaid payments during a longer-term ...
Healthline

Open Enrollment for Medicare: Key Changes to Know About Your Plan

The Medicare open enrollment period begins on October 15 for older adults who wish to enroll in or change their current ...

Here’s what stays open and available during a federal government shutdown

Staying open: The VA’s primary call center, its veterans crisis line, suicide prevention programs, homelessness services, and ...
U.S. News & World Report

Why Your Medicare Advantage Plan May Cost More Soon

I’ve written before about the benefits of Medicare Advantage plans, which can include dental and vision coverage, as well as nice perks like gym memberships that I’ve used. But it turns out the plans ...

How insurance industry ‘stranglehold’ blocked Medicare reform

UnitedHealth Group is facing a torrent of accusations that it and its industry peers have exploited the Medicare Advantage program to gain billions in extra payments from the federal treasury. These ...