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In reply to the discussion: I reach "retirement age" soon. Like in fifteen minutes. So, now what? [View all]Hamlette
(15,415 posts)63. odd, maybe I got it wrong. Or maybe because it is government health care?
I'll check it again. I work for the state. Double coverage would be nice.
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I don't THINK I'm a myth (though conceivably ugly enough to be mistaken for a hairy frog)
DFW
Mar 2017
#40
I see where you suggest Healthnet may cover overseas Medicare expenses. Is t
peacebuzzard
Mar 2017
#41
If you wait until 70 to retire, you will get an additional 8% per year until 70. Thats an extra
Jim Beard
Mar 2017
#28
Medicare part A doesn't cost much but it is limited, Medicare Part B only pays 80%
Jim Beard
Mar 2017
#35
I never did become 60. But I did celebrate my 5th birthday for the 12th time ---
struggle4progress
Mar 2017
#24
A wise man or woman said, "No one lies on their death bed saying, I wish I had worked more."
Hoyt
Mar 2017
#46
Happy birthday, DFW. Long life and improved health to you and your wife. Keep posting, too!
Hekate
Mar 2017
#48
You are not getting older your life is just getting longer . Enjoy your birthday and keep on truckin
lunasun
Mar 2017
#52
I hold a German passport but am considering a move to the Netherlands in the future
Mr. Ected
Mar 2017
#80
Keep your work up for as long as you want, but get a bit more serious about self-preservation.
NBachers
Mar 2017
#72
You should definately sign up for Medicare and you don't need an Advantage Plan.
Liberal In Texas
Mar 2017
#91