Social Security, Medicare & Government Pensions: Get the Most Out of Your Retirement and Medical Benefits

Your complete guide to Social Security retirement and medical benefits The rules for claiming Social Security benefits have changed. Find out if you can still choose between your own benefits and spousal benefits. Learn this and more with Social Security, Medicare & Government Pensionscompletely updated for 2023. Social Security benefits. Figure out how to get retirement, disability, dependents, and survivors benefits, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Decide whether its best to claim benefits early, at full retirement age, or not until you turn 70and how to time your claims so you and your spouse get the best benefits. Medicare & Medicaid. Learn how to qualify for and enroll in both programs, including Medicare Part D drug coverage. Medigap insurance & Medicare Advantage plans. Compare Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans, and choose whats best for you. Government pensions & veterans benefits. Discover when and how to claim the benefits you have earned. Whats New in 2023? Lower drug costs under Part D New Medicare costs and Social Security amounts for 2023, and Changes to some Medigap plans. Whether youre looking for yourself or helping a parent, youll find valuable information here to help get the benefits youve earned.