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Michael LaPick is a healthcare and Medicare data researcher at HealthCare.com, where he develops educational resources for HealthcareInsider.com and MedicareGuide.com. He has over five years of specialized experience researching Medicare, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and private health insurance, helping consumers make confident, informed coverage decisions.
His work draws on a background in investigative journalism, having reported for the Poughkeepsie Journal and WAMC/NPR Albany on how Americans spend and manage money. This blend of investigative rigor and healthcare expertise gives Michael a unique perspective in translating complex policy data into actionable guidance for readers.
Michael’s research and articles are widely cited across healthcare publications, strengthening his role as a trusted authority in the insurance space.
Latest Articles by Michael LaPick
Health News and Analysis
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Medicare Supplement (Medigap)
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Health News and Analysis
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Health News and Analysis
More than one in four elderly Americans (27%) have less than $500 in savings to…
Health News and Analysis
The future of long-term care (LTC) is uncertain, but growing demand isn’t. Exp…
Health News and Analysis
A Government Report Projects Long-Term Care Needs Through 2065 Aging 65+ Disable…
Health News and Analysis
Over one-third (36%) of Americans age 65 and over aren’t comfortable taking of…
Health News and Analysis
How a year of pandemic harmed the most elderly Americans’ mental health …
Health News and Analysis
Men are both more likely than women to rate highly their understanding of Medica…
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