Each year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) offers an open enrollment period for Medicare Advantage Plans from January 1 through March 31. During this period, seniors can switch Advantage Plans or return to Original Medicare.

The "4 percent rule," has taught retirees that if they spend no more than 4 percent of their nest egg each year, their savings will last 30 years. But, the rule may need some adjustment, in light of today's economic reality.

Research shows that a large majority of Medicare beneficiaries could have saved hundreds of dollars last year by reviewing just one element of their coverage: their prescription drug plan.

Just like other health coverage, Medicare has terrific benefits, but it also has some gaps that caregivers and elderly parents should keep in mind.

When applying for Medicare while working, you have decisions to make about employer coverage versus Medicare. Here are 5 tips to help you avoid costly mistakes.

Finding affordable health insurance before age 65 can be tricky, but there are ways to avoid letting your coverage lapse.

Finding the right nursing home for an elderly loved one can be difficult. Here's how an online tool can help you weigh three important factors of nursing home care.