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An important episode where we discuss the complexities and common misconceptions surrounding Medicare. Joining Mark and me are Dan Mangus, Vice President of Growth and Development for Senior Benefit Specialists, and Luke Atchison, to provide expert insights on the various parts of Medicare - Part A, B, C, and D.
Discussion covers important enrollment dates, the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on Medicare Part D, and the necessity of obtaining appropriate Medicare plans based on individual needs. There is an emphasis on the importance of having a knowledgeable advisor, the pitfalls of choosing plans based on current health without foreseeing future needs, and the need for additional coverage like Medigap or other insurance plans to supplement Medicare. Various CMS resources and tools for better understanding Medicare are recommended (in the show notes below), and listeners are urged to start preparing for Medicare well before turning 65. Listen to the Alphabet Soup of Medicare with Dan Mangus.
[00:00] Introduction to Medicare Misinformation
[00:39] Meet the Hosts and Catching Up
[01:39] Empathy and Civility in Everyday Life
[02:49] Introducing the Medicare Experts
[03:45] Medicare Basics: Parts A and B
[05:27] Medicare Parts C and D Explained
[06:32] Medigap and Recent Changes in Medicare
[10:25] Key Dates and Enrollment Periods
[15:23] Finding Reliable Medicare Information
[19:39] Misinformation and Marketing Tactics
[22:27] Mistakes and Key Questions in Medicare
[26:45] Support for Low-Income Individuals
[27:58] State-Specific Insurance Differences
[28:59] Investigating Medicare Before 65
[29:35] Common Medicare Mistakes
[30:03] Understanding Zero Premium Programs
[31:19] Supplementing Medicare Advantage
[32:15] Leveraging Your Health for Insurance
[34:46] Questions to Ask Your Medicare Specialist
[37:17] Resources for Medicare Education
[43:41] The Role of Advisors and Brokers
[45:27] Holistic Healthcare Decisions
Takeaways:
This is Season 8! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com
#medicare #medicareessentials #hsa #medicareandme #turning65 #medicarebenefits #medigapplans #medicaresupplement #medicareadvantage
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An important episode where we discuss the complexities and common misconceptions surrounding Medicare. Joining Mark and me are Dan Mangus, Vice President of Growth and Development for Senior Benefit Specialists, and Luke Atchison, to provide expert insights on the various parts of Medicare - Part A, B, C, and D.
Discussion covers important enrollment dates, the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on Medicare Part D, and the necessity of obtaining appropriate Medicare plans based on individual needs. There is an emphasis on the importance of having a knowledgeable advisor, the pitfalls of choosing plans based on current health without foreseeing future needs, and the need for additional coverage like Medigap or other insurance plans to supplement Medicare. Various CMS resources and tools for better understanding Medicare are recommended (in the show notes below), and listeners are urged to start preparing for Medicare well before turning 65. Listen to the Alphabet Soup of Medicare with Dan Mangus.
[00:00] Introduction to Medicare Misinformation
[00:39] Meet the Hosts and Catching Up
[01:39] Empathy and Civility in Everyday Life
[02:49] Introducing the Medicare Experts
[03:45] Medicare Basics: Parts A and B
[05:27] Medicare Parts C and D Explained
[06:32] Medigap and Recent Changes in Medicare
[10:25] Key Dates and Enrollment Periods
[15:23] Finding Reliable Medicare Information
[19:39] Misinformation and Marketing Tactics
[22:27] Mistakes and Key Questions in Medicare
[26:45] Support for Low-Income Individuals
[27:58] State-Specific Insurance Differences
[28:59] Investigating Medicare Before 65
[29:35] Common Medicare Mistakes
[30:03] Understanding Zero Premium Programs
[31:19] Supplementing Medicare Advantage
[32:15] Leveraging Your Health for Insurance
[34:46] Questions to Ask Your Medicare Specialist
[37:17] Resources for Medicare Education
[43:41] The Role of Advisors and Brokers
[45:27] Holistic Healthcare Decisions
Takeaways:
This is Season 8! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com
#medicare #medicareessentials #hsa #medicareandme #turning65 #medicarebenefits #medigapplans #medicaresupplement #medicareadvantage