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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.

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Health
Prior authorization rules are stressful for Medicare Advantage customers—but changes are coming
By Richard EisenbergApril 24, 2023
A Medicare broker can help find the best coverage for you. Here’s what to know before you hire one
Health
A Medicare broker can help find the best coverage for you. Here’s what to know before you hire one
By Richard EisenbergApril 11, 2023
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Health
Medicare Advantage plans seem enticing, but here are 12 things to consider before signing up
By Richard EisenbergMarch 25, 2023
Senior couple meeting with financial consultant at home
Health
Seniors looking for unbiased answers to their big Medicare questions should be taking advantage of this government program
By Richard EisenbergMarch 18, 2023
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Health
Aggressive Medicare Advantage marketing floods TV and mailboxes with misleading ads. The Biden administration is cracking down
By Richard EisenbergMarch 6, 2023
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Health
The 5 most important things to know about Medicare so you don’t overpay, according to an expert
By Richard EisenbergFebruary 22, 2023
Papers about types of medicare insurance and a stethoscope.
Health
It’s Medicare Open Enrollment season. Here’s what to consider if you want to change plans
By Richard EisenbergFebruary 14, 2023
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Health
Some Medicare beneficiaries are surprised with premium surcharges, which can triple premiums. Here’s how to appeal and avoid them
By Richard EisenbergFebruary 2, 2023
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Health
Medicare coverage can be a bit of a mystery: Here are the big coverage gaps to watch out for
By Richard EisenbergJanuary 26, 2023
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