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Your complete guide to Social Security retirement and medical
benefits

The rules for claiming Social Security benefits have changed
(again). Claiming retirement benefits early affects dependents and survivors
benefits differently. Learn this and more with Social
Security, Medicare & Government Pensions--completely updated for 2024.
Social Security benefits. Figure out how to get
retirement, disability, dependents, and survivors benefits, or Supplemental
Security Income (SSI). Decide whether it's best to claim benefits early, at
full retirement age, or not until you turn 70--and how to time your claims so
you and your spouse get the best benefits.Medicare & Medicaid. Learn how to qualify for
and enroll in both programs, including Medicare Part D drug coverage.Medigap insurance & Medicare Advantage plans. Compare
Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans, and choose what's best for you.Government pensions & veterans benefits.
Discover when and how to claim the benefits you have earned.What's New in 2024?- Lower drug
costs under Part D- New Medicare
costs and Social Security amounts for 2024, and- Changes to
some Medigap plans.

Whether you're looking for yourself or helping a parent,
you'll find valuable information here to help get the benefits you've earned.