People with diabetes who are on Medicare have less risk of re-hospitalization when they receive home health care within two days of discharge.

The FDA has approved an expensive drug for Alzheimer's disease called aducanumab, but does it work? And who should pay for it? An expert weighs in.

Some people may wait until Medicare kicks in before seeking a diagnosis and care for cancer. It could affect their survival.

Almost all respondents in a new survey say they want dental insurance added to Medicare coverage. The report also shows cost is a barrier to dental health.

After acquisition by for-profit dialysis chains, survival rates fell by as much as 2.9%, and patients were 8.5% less likely to get a transplant or join a transplant waiting list during their first year.

"...for Medicare beneficiaries with $20,000 to $80,000 in annual drug spending, using only brand-name drugs could actually save them money."

Stroke patients who get more physical therapy are less likely to return to the hospital. Why aren't those on Medicare getting a standard amount?

New rules for Medicare reimbursement push more of the cost burden to hospitals that serve wealthier patients.

Almost half of Americans ages 50 to 64 are worried they won't be able to afford insurance in retirement, according to a new poll.

A new study shows important differences between two sources of data used to track the rates and progress of hospital-acquired pressure ulcers, or bedsores.