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Katy Votava

Katy Votava, Ph.D., RN, is president of Goodcare.com, a consulting service that works with financial advisers and consumers concerning health care coverage.

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How reverse mortgages can help stave off Medicare surcharges

While we were reveling in New Year’s festivities, Medicare ushered in a new income scale as the basis…

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How to minimize Medicare surcharges with life insurance and annuities

Advisers may consider several retirement planning options with clients that do not create unnecessarily high Medicare surcharges.

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How to help clients minimize the sting of 2016 Medicare premium rates

Beneficiaries who can't avoid an increase can still find ways to manage through the hike.

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How to minimize the sting of 2016 Medicare premium rates

Beneficiaries who can't avoid an increase can still find ways to manage through the hike.

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Hedging against triple whammy of Medicare price hikes

The price tag for Medicare is expected to swell dramatically Jan. 1 as the result of several factors.

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How to hedge against triple whammy of Medicare price hikes

These three strategies can blunt the impact of 2016 cost increases.

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How to shop smart during Medicare annual enrollment

This is the time of year when everyone on Medicare can reevaluate features of their plans to see if they're getting the best coverage at the best price.

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Maximize an HSA to fund Medicare and other health expenses

Use the hat trick of tax-free cash for retirement care.

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Dealing with Medicare as an expat: When and how to enroll

The right strategy will help clients avoid penalties that can last a lifetime.

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What same-sex couples should know about Medicare

More gay couples than ever will have access to Medicare benefits, but certain rules apply.