Centra Health will discontinue Humana Medicare Advantage plans in 2026.
Centra Health Ends Partnership with Humana Medicare Advantage Plans LYNCHBURG, Va. — Centra Health has announced that it will stop accepting Humana’s Medicare Advantage plans beginning January 1, 2026. This change is likely to put many local patients in a tough spot regarding their health insurance options. This decision could mean patients need to switch […]
Efforts to maintain telehealth access in Vermont as Medicare reimbursements remain suspended for four weeks
Telehealth Access Challenges in Vermont after Medicare Changes For many patients at All Brains Belong, a community health clinic in Montpelier, accessing care through virtual appointments has been transformative, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. As telemedicine becomes more commonplace, Mel Hauser, a founding physician at the clinic, noted that many patients are able […]
Fears about Medicare won’t solve rising costs — Medicare Advantage can
Democrats are portraying the upcoming government shutdown as a battle over health care expenses, tapping into the rising worries about health care costs that particularly affect Medicare recipients. For lawmakers, it’s a political maneuver. But for many older Americans, these concerns are genuine and pressing. Recent polling indicates that 58% of Medicare beneficiaries over the […]
4 Suggestions for Selecting a New Medicare Advantage Plan
Navigating your options during open enrollment can be a bit overwhelming. Healthcare costs are a significant part of retirement—perhaps one of the most unavoidable expenses. This makes selecting the right Medicare coverage crucial. At 65, you become eligible for Medicare. You have a choice: stick with Original Medicare, which covers Parts A and B, along […]
Ways to save during the 2026 Medicare open enrollment as expenses keep increasing
Recent survey findings indicate that about 64% of Americans are concerned their Medicare benefits could be reduced under the current government. Some individuals may even see cuts as soon as next year, which could lead to increased costs. The Medicare Administrative Commission forecasts an increase in Medicare Part B premiums by $21.50, totaling $206.50, next […]
With insurers canceling Medicare Advantage plans, seniors seek new coverage options
Impact of Medicare Advantage Plan Withdrawals in New Hampshire Richard Godek, an 81-year-old resident of Winchester, has been relying on Anthem’s Medicare Advantage plan for his prescription medications, which are crucial for reducing his risk of heart attacks and strokes. However, on October 2nd, he received a letter from Anthem announcing that the Medicare plan […]
Mayo Clinic will not be in-network for some Medicare Advantage plans in 2026.
Mayo Clinic Exits Medicare Advantage Networks for Major Insurers in 2026 ROCHESTER, Minn. – Beginning in 2026, Mayo Clinic will no longer participate in the networks of certain Medicare Advantage plans offered by two of the largest insurance companies in the United States. Both United Healthcare (UHC) and Humana have confirmed that they will halt […]
Dr. Oz Cautions That Some Seniors Could Face a Deteriorated Medicare Experience Next Year
Warnings for Seniors on Medicare Changes Mehmet Oz, the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, is cautioning elderly individuals, stating that their Medicare experience might decline in the coming year. He mentioned in a recent interview with Rhode Island’s WJAR that some policy changes could happen without their awareness. “Even if you’re […]
Ballad files a lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group, claiming manipulation of Medicare Advantage.
Ballad Health Files Lawsuit Against UnitedHealth Group GREENVILLE, Tenn. — Ballad Health has initiated legal action against UnitedHealth Group in federal court in Greenville. The healthcare system argues that UnitedHealth “systematically denies, delays, or underpays treatment deemed medically necessary by doctors,” while also inflating the severity of its members’ illnesses to secure higher payments from […]
Medicare Update: Dr. Oz Offers New Guidance for Recipients
Medicare Open Enrollment Update Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), recently shared insights with ABC 10News on what seniors can anticipate during this year’s open enrollment period. This year’s Medicare open enrollment will take place as usual, despite the ongoing government shutdown that impacts numerous federal employees. […]