In 2026, Medicare Part A’s deductible will rise to $1,736, increasing hospital costs for retirees as healthcare expenses grow ...

Regulation, reimbursement, and operational pressure dominated Skilled Nursing News’ most-read stories of 2025, reflecting a ...

Medicare is a health insurance program for people age 65 or older and some people under 65 with certain disabilities or ...

If you disagree with a coverage or payment decision made by Medicare, you can appeal, and you’ll be happy to know that many ...

It's overwhelming enough helping your mom get discharged from the hospital after a fall. But what if her doctor doesn't think it's safe for her to return home? As you scramble to find somewhere ...

Dear Savvy Senior, What steps do I need to take to appeal a denied Medicare claim? — Frustrated Retiree Dear Frustrated, If ...

Long-term exposure to certain components of fine particulate air pollution was associated with a higher risk of developing depression among older adults.

After an unexpected fall led to spinal cord injury, maybe your 65-year-old father hoped he'd be back to his routine in no time. His doctor, however, says it's not safe for him to discharge home.

CMS has released the official 2026 Medicare costs. See the new Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance ...

Many skilled nursing providers will soon be plunged into one of the most significant data submission changes in recent memory, with cost report season getting underway for the majority of providers ...

They compensate providers such as doctors and hospitals on quality rather than volume of care, and they engage and assist ...

Each fall, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announces key changes to the program, and this past October was no ...