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This analysis of available 2025 prior authorization data finds insurers denied at least 1 in 8 standard requests for prior authorization across three [...]
The Medicare program will spend at least $13 billion on the Medicare Advantage quality bonus program in 2026, as 68% of Medicare Advantage [...]
Public opinion surveys consistently show older adults want to age in place. But, it turns out, nobody can agree on [...]
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Life expectancy for older adults has increased dramatically in recent years. But do more years in old age mean more [...]
This brief describes the verification process for Medicaid work requirements in Nebraska and examines early data on outcomes for individuals [...]
KFF's interactive tracks key data and policies that will affect how states implement Medicaid work requirements, which are required under [...]
Dr. K explains what are the most important foods to eat (and avoid) for older adults. Plus what to know [...]
Have you been worried about an older person’s memory or thinking abilities? Maybe your parent has seemed more confused [...]
Of the many varied approaches to mimic some of the beneficial metabolic response to calorie restriction, mTOR inhibition is arguably [...]
This fact sheet summarizes federal, state, and local policies on paid family and medical leave and paid sick leave.
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The newly released 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans place a big emphasis on protein. Americans are taking notice, recognizing protein [...]
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Oseterics App leverages Apple Health for mobility metrics. Track subtle changes in walking steadiness, step length, walking asymmetry and more.
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A Loaf of Banana Bread I like watching cooking and baking competitions. One theme I’ve noticed is how often [...]
3 months before and 3 months after your eligibility month.
When you first become eligible to sign-up for Medicare, you have a 7-month window to enroll.
This window starts 3 months before your eligibility month and ends 3 months after your eligibility month.
If you missed your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) when first eligible, and do not qualify for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP), you can enroll in Medicare Part A and/or Medicare Part B.
Determined by specific life event affecting you.
You can enroll in Medicare or make changes to your current plans outside of the regular enrollment periods when faced with certain extenuating circumstances that include: