If you’re enrolled in Medicare, routine vision care isn’t guaranteed. Some privately administered Medicare Advantage plans cover eyeglasses and eye exams. But Original Medicare — which provides health ...

SAVVY SENIOR: While original Medicare (Part A and B) covers a wide array of health care services after you turn 65, it ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What all does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire. — Almost 65 Dear Almost 65: Many ...

Some of these advertised perks sound great — but will you really use them?

While original Medicare (Parts A and B) covers a wide array of health care services after you turn 65, it doesn’t cover ...

Medicare Advantage is heading into 2026 with a slimmer menu of perks and a tighter definition of what counts as medical care. The most visible changes will show up as coverage cuts to popular extras ...

There are various services that Original Medicare (parts A and B) does not cover, including vision, dental, and hearing. However, Medicare Advantage (Part C) offers coverage for many of these.

Since their introduction over 20 years ago, Medicare Advantage plans have become a rapidly expanding option in the Medicare system. In 2025, more than 34 million people enrolled in a ...

Medicare offers many health insurance options, and understanding coverage options, rules, and processes is key. People who become eligible can begin considering Medicare options before turning 65.

It's important to know what to expect.

Should you get the same Medicare coverage as your spouse? As in most things in life, the answer is it depends.