Medicare Doesn't Cover Everything | Durham News

Retirement healthcare isn’t as covered as you think—Medicare leaves big gaps, from dental and vision to long-term care. A 65-year-old retiring in 2026 could face $185,500 in healthcare costs alone, not including custodial care. Original Medicare doesn’t pay for routine services or most long-term needs, and premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance keep climbing. Experts urge signing up for Medigap during your six-month Open Enrollment window to avoid costly surprises. Plan ahead—healthcare is a top retirement expense, and preparation is non-negotiable. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.heraldsun.com/news/business/article317228496.html#storylink=partnerdigest_the More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1999fc3682fce3b0 Report issues to [email protected].