New 2026 Medicare Rule: Retirees Now Divided Into “Protected” and “Full-Payment” Groups — What It Means for Millions
A major Medicare rule change for 2026 is reshaping how retirees pay for healthcare, creating two new categories: the Protected Group and the Full-Payment Group. This new policy affects premiums, out-of-pocket costs, and eligibility for financial shielding — and millions of retirees will feel the impact. Here is your complete, Google Discover–friendly explanation of the … Read more
