Beneficiaries will have until December 7 to review and update their coverage options for the coming year.
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October 6, 2026
Medicare Has Expanded Coverage for Hybrid WalkersThe federal program now covers combination wheeled walker and transport chair devices for home use.
October 6, 2026
SCAN Health Plan Will Launch Co-branded Plan With CostcoThe 2027 Medicare Advantage HMO will be available in select California and Nevada counties.
October 5, 2026
Senior Planet Launched Online Privacy ResourcesThe organization released a new webpage to help older adults navigate digital security and artificial intelligence.
October 3, 2026
President Trump Authorized $90 Medicare PaymentsOver 20 million Medicare enrollees will receive a one-time direct deposit funded by the Medicare Improvement Fund.
October 3, 2026
Medicare Enrollees Received $90 PaymentsThe U.S. government issued $90 payments to 20 million Medicare enrollees to help offset monthly insurance premium costs.
September 29, 2026
CMS Requested Information on AI in Wellness VisitsThe agency is examining whether artificial intelligence can modernize Medicare annual wellness screenings.
September 29, 2026
Medicare Will Require Face-to-Face Orders for EquipmentStarting October 28, 2026, 22 specific medical equipment codes will require mandatory face-to-face physician encounters.
September 29, 2026
William Shatner Partnered With Audien for Hearing AidsActor William Shatner has joined Audien Hearing as a brand ambassador to promote over-the-counter hearing devices.
September 25, 2026
Osteoboost Launched National Television CampaignThe medical wearable maker debuted its television advertisements in September 2026 to reach older adults.
September 24, 2026
Drug Interactions Declined Among Older AmericansA study found that while polypharmacy rose, the frequency of major drug interactions dropped from 2015 to 2023.
