This episode originally aired in March 2025.

An expert shares 10 things you should know about your health costs right now. Read the article on Health Lab.

Episode Transcript

Medicare & Medigap

• Switching Medicare Advantage Plans
• Medicare Advantage to traditional Medicare
• Special Enrollment Periods
• Medigap Open Enrollment Period
• Medicare Prescription Payment Plan
• "Extra Help" Medicare Program
• Navigating Medicare: State Health Insurance Assistance Program

Healthcare.gov

• Marketplace by State
• Find out if you can get health coverage now
• Preventive Health Services
• Understanding HSA-eligible plans

USA.gov

• How to get help with medical bills
• Find and contact elected officials

VA

• Eligibility for Care
• PACT Act
• Community Care Outside the VA

Article

• A freeze, or a fix? Preventive care coverage at a crossroads

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