Health Care

Healthcare.goveHealthInsurance.com and HealthPocket.com  These three sites allow you to compare the cost of health insurance policies from a variety of providers.

AARP Health Care Costs Calculator Enter your age, height, weight and information about any health conditions you have, and the calculator estimates your retirement health-care costs and the amount that Medicare will cover. You can also see how recommended actions—say, lowering blood pressure—might lower those costs.

AARP Long-Term Care Calculator  This tool allows you to compare the cost of different types of care in your metro area, including home health aides, assisted-living facilities and nursing homes.

HealthView Health Estimator This tool estimates the range of the out-of-pocket medical expenses you’ll face in today’s or future dollars when you turn 65. The tool gives a percentage breakdown of the total cost in eight categories.