What's Up With Medicare

Before the Department of Insurance sets off on its annual road show Jonathan gives Jack a preview of the information that will be presented, a refresher on Medicare basics and updates on changes coming in 2027 ahead of open enrollment.

Jonathan and Jack bring a brand new guest in this month, for a new perspecive on the issue of Medicare. Diene Klein, CFP, Senior Advisor with Pittenger & Anderson (and Nebrasksa SHIP and SMP volunteer) joins the show to discuss her professional experience in retirment planning specificially as it pertains to discussions surrounding Medicare decisions and costs.

Jack and Jonathan are once again joined by volunteer Colleen Kozanne and go through a large but important document you likely received in the mail last Fall, the Guide to Medicare and You 2026. Jonathan and Colleen break down the content section by section, highlighting the most important information, common questions associated with it, and changes to note for 2026.

Jonathan and Jack get together to discuss the details and updates for 2026 he shared on the Department of Insurance/SHIP roadshow across Nebraska, including valuable information on changes to costs, dates, rules and laws heading into the Open Enrollment period.

On the 60th anniversary of the institution of Medicare, Jonathan takes Jack on a trip through time to understand this history of Medicare and how it has evolved, and the implications of that history for Medicare's modern-day issues.

Now that Jack and Jonathan are past a year doing this show together, it's time to check Jack's (and your) retention of Medicare basis. Take this quiz along with Jack and see if you can beat him in knowing the basics about Medicare so you're ready for the issues that may arise for yourself or your loved ones!

Jack, Jonathan and Colleen talks about the common schemes used by scammers on Medicare recipients from attempts to secure Medicare numbers to durable medical equipment deals that are too good to be true. Plus, how to avoid these and what you should do if you suspect you've been a victim of an actual or attempted fraud.

Jack and Jonathan are again joined by volunteer Colleen Ozanne and they identify and answer the most frequent questions posed to SHIP Nebraska's employees and volunteers about Medicare.

Jack and Jonathan dive into various Medicare financial assistance options that can be available for those who qualify and take a look at new and pending legislation that could bring about important changes for you in 2025.

Jonathan and Jack are against joined by SHIP Nebraska volunteer Colleen Ozanne and the group discusses the Medicare changes you may encounter for 2025 in various situations. The changes go from typical issues with coverage and enrollment to third party appeals, formulary tweaks, and Nebraska-specific changes.