Medicare Advantage Overpayments and Rising Part B Premiums
A new congressional report finds Medicare Advantage overpayments have added $82 billion to Part B premiums. What it means for beneficiaries and advisors.
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Social Security & Medicare Insights
Expert guidance from ARPI-certified professionals — Social Security claiming strategy, Medicare enrollment, IRMAA planning, and retirement income.
Social Security’s National Workload Shift: What Efficiency Can—and Can’t—Fix
The Social Security Administration’s move to national case processing may increase delays and errors. Here’s what beneficiaries and advisors need to know.
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Medicare Costs Are Rising Faster Than Social Security COLA—Again: What the 2026 Update Means for Retirees
Medicare premiums and deductibles are rising sharply in 2026—far outpacing the 2.8% Social Security COLA. Learn how this gap affects retirees and planning.
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SSA Announces 2.8% COLA for 2026 — What you need to do now
SSA set the 2026 COLA at 2.8%. NSSA’s advisor guide explains client impacts, IRMAA & Medicare interactions, payroll changes, and immediate action steps.
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Big changes for 2026 Medicare plans
Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: what advisors must know—plan cuts, higher costs, and fewer Part D options, plus a practical checklist to protect clients.
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National Social Security Advisors® Acquires IRMAA Certified Planner™, Expanding Retirement Income Education
NSSA® expands retirement education with the acquisition of IRMAA CP™, uniting Social Security and Medicare expertise for advisors.
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