You may be wondering if social security retirement benefits, social security disability insurance (SSDI) and supplemental security income (SSI) are the same. They are actually 3 completely separate programs that provide funding for different situations. While the Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees all 3 programs, the key difference between them is based on who … [Read more...] about What is the Difference Between Social Security, SSDI and SSI?
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Medicare: A History of Challenges
Medicare: A History of Challenges Medicare is the national health insurance program for Americans, aged 65 and older, and younger Americans with certain disability status. The program currently covers approximately 50% of enrollees’ healthcare costs. Medicare receives funding through payroll taxes, premiums/ surtaxes from beneficiaries, as well as from general … [Read more...] about Medicare: A History of Challenges