Millions lose private Medicare plans and face rising costs
09-10-2026 23:00 via staradvertiser.com

Millions lose private Medicare plans and face rising costs

Millions of people with private Medicare coverage are being forced to change their insurance for 2027 and will pay higher prices for prescriptions and medical care, prompting some experts to warn that more older Americans will face greater financial hardship.
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