Medicare leaves some costs uncovered. From dental care to travel insurance, see the hidden expenses retirees face and how to ...

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 ...

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

Medicare doesn’t provide coverage for routine dental visits, teeth cleanings, fillings, dentures, or most tooth extractions.

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 ...

Cataracts are cloudy areas in the lens of the eye. They are common as you age. According to the National Eye Institute, more than half of adults in the United States over the age of 80 have cataracts ...

Sight Sciences surged over 100% after two major Medicare contractors approved coverage for its TearCare dry eye treatment. Positive reimbursement decisions for TearCare open up a sizable market ...

If a person has diabetes, Medicare covers one annual eye exam for diabetic retinopathy. This exam must be performed by a doctor or healthcare professional who is legally allowed to conduct it in their ...

Many soon-to-be retirees are a bit blurry with what Medicare does and doesn’t cover when it comes to vision care. The good news is that Medicare covers most medical issues like cataract surgery, ...

Jim Miller Special correspondent May 28, 2025 May 28, 2025 0 ...