Is It Ethical to Opt Out of Health Insurance?

The key principle of ethical living is taking responsibility for oneself and not putting a burden on others.

Survive the Medicare Enrollment Maze

Miss an enrollment deadline for Medicare, and you could end up with no medical coverage for months and a lifetime of penalties.

How to Get Insurance Companies to Pay Your Claims

When your company drags its feet, use these tactics to help you claim your cash.

Great Advice From Around the Web

A weekly look at personal finance tips and insights others are offering.

Big Changes Ahead for Health Care

No matter how the Supreme Court handles President Obama's reform law, the approach to medical insurance will be remade.

Bargain With Hospitals to Slash Big Bills

You have several options to seek a better deal on health care costs.

Brand-Name Lipitor at Generic Prices

Patients saw steep discounts on Lipitor when manufacturer Pfizer lost its patent last year. But will other manufacturers slash prices on name-brand drugs?

5 Costly Retirement Surprises

The reality of retirement may have a few shocks in store for you.

Take Advantage of the Flex Account "Sweet Spot"

From now until March 15, you may be able to combine your 2011 and 2012 FSA contributions -- making this the perfect time for large, uninsured expenses.

New Rules, Resources Make It Easier to Find Individual Health Insurance

Take advantage of new consumer tools to find affordable policies.

Save Thousands in 15 Minutes or Less

You'll be surprised how much you can pocket in so little time.

A Prescription to Pay Retiree Health Costs

Health care is a significant line item in a retiree's budget. These strategies can help ease the pain of medical costs.

Switching Medicare Plans Outside of Open Enrollment

If you want to change your Medicare plan, it's not too late -- but you'll need to act by February 14.

Take Advantage of Expanded Preventive Health Care Coverage

The Affordable Care Act cuts out-of-pocket expenses for preventive care like mammograms and cholesterol screenings.

New Rates for Social Security Benefits, Medicare Premiums in 2012

The first increase for inflation since 2009 offsets a Medicare premium hike.

Health Care Bargains Abroad

Patients willing to pack their bags can find significant savings in far-flung locations.

Picking the Best of Everything in 2011

We picked the brains of our staff experts to find out which blogs and other resources they swear by.

The Best of Everything, 2011

Our annual awards choose the standouts in stocks, funds, credit cards, travel, tech, apps, cars and more.

Future of Medicare Up for Debate

Workers approaching retirement -- and many current retirees -- should plan to sock away more money for future health care costs.

How to Save Money on Health Insurance When You're Young

Being young, healthy and broke does not mean you should skip paying for health insurance. Stay covered without spending a fortune.

Lower Drug Costs in the Doughnut Hole

The coverage gap in the Part D prescription-drug plan has started closing through a combination of government subsidies and drug-company discounts.

Season for Medicare Open Enrollment

Before sticking with your current plan, check out all your Medicare options. You may find a better deal.

How to Beat Rising Health Insurance Premiums

Healthcare premiums are growing faster than paychecks -- but you can still control how much your family pays.

Military Health Plan Now Covers Adult Children

Tricare now provides insurance for members' children until they reach age 26.

Did You Take Your Medicine Today?

A FICO score predicts whether you are using medicine as directed.

7 Sites to Help You Cut Health Costs

Explore your coverage options, get help with insurance claims and save money on medication with these online resources.

No Holiday for Identity Thieves

Take extra precautions to guard your personal information while traveling.

Save for Medical Costs With an HSA

A high-deductible insurance plan coupled with a health savings account can offer big tax breaks.

Don't Waste Your Money: The Rules Changed

You didn't do your homework.

Health Insurance for Adult Children

Know the rules for keeping your kids on your health insurance plans.

30 Ways to Cut Health Care Costs

How to pay the lowest price without sacrificing quality.

Time to Tackle the Budget Deficit

Bipartisan ideas are credible, but are Americans ready for such strong medicine?

Boost Yield on Savings

One way to balance risk and return for short-term savings is with Vanguard Wellesley Income Fund.

Generics of Lipitor, Plavix Coming This Year

Versions of those drugs will be cheaper, but overall Rx costs will rise.

Cash In on New Health-Care Rules

First, get the most out of your flexible spending account in the new year.

Best Ways to Fill the Gaps in Medicare Coverage

Update Your Medicare Game Plan

Act now. Big policy changes mean you could save money by rethinking your choices.

Ease the Pain of Higher Health-Care Costs

What to do when your boss asks you to shoulder more of the burden.

5 Things You Must Do During Open Enrollment

Get the most out of your workplace benefits by following these steps.

Health Care Reform: 13 Tax Changes on the Way

Here are 13 changes in the massive overhaul that could impact your tax bill, for better or worse.