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Richard Eisenberg is an "unretired" freelance writer and editor specializing
in aging issues and personal finances. He is the former managing editor of the
PBS site for people 50+, Next Avenue, the former executive editor of Money
magazine and the author of "The Money Book of Personal Finance" and "How to
Avoid a Midlife Financial Crisis." He co-hosts the "Friends Talk Money"
podcast and has been on Medicare since 2022.

How Medicare could change under a Trump or Harris presidency
HealthHow Medicare could change under a Trump or Harris presidency
By Richard EisenbergSeptember 10, 2024
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HealthWhy this year’s Medicare Annual Notice of Change will be vital reading for beneficiaries
By Richard EisenbergAugust 26, 2024
Home medical devices pose risks for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers
HealthHome medical devices pose risks for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers
By Richard EisenbergAugust 9, 2024
Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here’s how it works
HealthMedicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here’s how it works
By Richard EisenbergJuly 24, 2024
How the ‘Medicare Cliff’ is raising costs and worsening health for many older low-income adults
HealthHow the ‘Medicare Cliff’ is raising costs and worsening health for many older low-income adults
By Richard EisenbergJuly 9, 2024
What to know about Medicare and hospital at home programs
HealthWhat to know about Medicare and hospital at home programs
By Richard EisenbergJune 24, 2024
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HealthTraditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage? Some retirees aren’t allowed to choose
By Richard EisenbergJune 10, 2024
What Medicare beneficiaries need to know about generic medications
HealthWhat Medicare beneficiaries need to know about generic medications
By Richard EisenbergMay 14, 2024
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Health3 big changes coming to Medicare in 2025—and what they’ll mean for you
By Richard EisenbergApril 22, 2024
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HealthHow Medicare beneficiaries with Part D plans can help ensure their medications are covered
By Richard EisenbergApril 8, 2024
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HealthDoes Medicare pay for wheelchairs and scooters? That depends on whether you meet all of its requirements
By Richard EisenbergMarch 31, 2024
What do people on Medicare really think about Medicare? New survey reveals challenges and frustrations
HealthWhat do people on Medicare really think about Medicare? New survey reveals challenges and frustrations
By Richard EisenbergMarch 15, 2024
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HealthWhy some Medicare Advantage plans will get skimpier and costlier
By Richard EisenbergFebruary 26, 2024
Here’s how to pay the lowest prices for your prescription drugs on Medicare
HealthHere’s how to pay the lowest prices for your prescription drugs on Medicare
By Richard EisenbergFebruary 9, 2024
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HealthHow some people escape the steep Medicare surcharge on premiums known as IRMAA
By Richard EisenbergJanuary 28, 2024
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