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Renee van Staveren

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Renee van Staveren

Director of Content

Since 2009, I've been writing about complicated, technical issues, with the goal of making topics like Medicare and healthcare easier to understand. I've been writing about Medicare since 2021 and healthcare since 2019. I am an AmeriCorps alumni. I enjoy gardening, reading, and DIYing.

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Medicare Skilled Nursing: Part A Coverage

Medicare Skilled Nursing under Part A: Discover eligibility requirements, covered services, daily costs, and coverage limits.Read more

Medicare Part A helps cover certain home health care.

Medicare Part A helps cover certain home health care.

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Medicare Home Health Care: What Part A Covers

Medicare Home Health Care: Learn what Medicare Part A covers, including eligibility rules, covered services, and costs.Read more

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2026 Social Security COLA Increase & Your Medicare Costs

Learn how the 2026 Social Security COLA increase impacts Medicare costs, your monthly check, and what to do to keep more of your raise.Read more

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ucare medicare advantage plans 2026

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UCare Medicare Advantage 2026: Plans Ending—What to Do

Discover details on UCare’s 2026 Medicare Advantage exit, who’s affected, and tips for finding new coverage. Stay updated and protected.Read more

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Top 7 Medicare Changes for 2026—and How to Prepare

Discover the 7 biggest Medicare changes in 2026, from premium hikes to new drug savings. Learn what to expect and how to prepare during AEP.Read more

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5 Medicare Part D Changes in 2025: Prescription Coverage and Costs

Discover 5 Medicare Part D changes in 2025 and what they mean for your prescription drug plan coverage and costs.Read more

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