Donald Trump has rescinded an executive order from President Joe Biden that sought to lower the price of drugs.

All Medicare beneficiaries still have access to telehealth services until March 31. Starting April 1, you must be located in a rural area for most telehealth services.

Access to telehealth and hospital-at-home care has been a lifeline for many older Americans. However, recent changes to Medicare coverage could disrupt these services in 2025, leaving beneficiaries uncertain about their options.

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) set out to make healthcare more affordable. It had various effects on Medicare, such as improving coverage and eliminating the drug coverage gap (also called the donut hole). More than 68 million people in the United States are enrolled in Medicare, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Many of the 61 million Americans with Medicare are wondering whether their out-of-pocket health costs will be higher in 2025 than in 2024 and, if so, by how much. The answer, like so much about Medicare,

Funding cuts and regulatory changes could radically reduce Medicaid, the largest program providing medical and health-related services to low-income people, as well as Medicare, federal health insurance for people 65 or older, and some under 65 with certain disabilities or conditions.

The Trump administration came into office earlier this week with a promise of cutting down on government spending and driving greater efficiency, but a new poll from KFF shows voters largely support continued spending on Medicare and Medicaid.

As the next round of Medicare drug pricing negotiations get underway, experts predict President Trump may seek to weaken the program.

Individuals in Hawaii have various options for Medicare. These include Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Part D. Learn more here.

Despite online claims, President Donald Trump’s executive orders did not include removing Medicare’s $35 monthly out-of-pocket price cap, which is set by law.

UnitedHealth Group Inc. promoted the head of its Medicare health plan business to lead the company’s broader insurance division, filling the job previously held by slain executive Brian Thompson. Tim Noel,