July Money
What this year’s Medicare changes mean
If you’re among the roughly 70 million people who get health coverage through Medicare, the federal insurance program for people age 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities, you’re probably already aware of some of the big changes to the system in 2026 — changes that have hit budgets hard.
By Liz Seegert July 11, 2026 3 min read
If you’re among the roughly 70 million people who get health coverage through Medicare, the federal insurance program for people age 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities, you’re probably already aware of some of the big changes to the system in 2026 — changes that have hit budgets hard.
This year’s 9.7% jump in premiums for Part B, which covers outpatient care,…
