The first episode of the Medicare team podcast covers the basics of Medicare, including Original Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare Part C (Advantage Plans), Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage), Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage, Enrollment Periods and Penalties, and Changes for 2026.

Takeaways

• Medicare can be confusing, but it's essential to understand.

• Medicare Basics
• Original Medicare Parts A and B
• Medicare Part C: Advantage Plans
• Medicare Part D: Prescription Drug Coverage
• Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage
• Enrollment Periods and Penalties
• Finding a Good Medicare agent can simplify the process.
• Changes for 2026

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Medicare Basics

01:24 Understanding Original Medicare: Parts A and B

02:47 Exploring Medicare Advantage Plans: Part C

05:01 Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage

09:43 Enrollment Periods and Penalties

13:00 Changes in Medicare for 2026

15:55 Finding the Right Medicare Agent

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