2027 Medicare Reverification
This podcast discusses anticipated and proposed changes to Medicare reverification rules based on expected CMS rulemaking. These changes have not been finalized as of this writing. Always confirm curr...
3 Sep 5min
Is Medicare Advantage Worth It?
This article provides an honest look at Medicare Advantage, including its costs, benefits, provider networks, and potential limitations. It helps beneficiaries decide whether Medicare Advantage or Ori...
28 Aug 6min
Top 5 Strategies for Choosing a Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan
Choosing a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan is easier when you start with the costs that apply across the market. In 2026, the average Part D premium is $34.50 per month, the maximum deductible ...
19 Aug 5min
Navigating the Essentials of Medicare Coverage and Costs
Medicare enrollment confusion is far more common than most people admit. Research from KFF's Medicare resource center shows that many beneficiaries, including people who have been enrolled for years, ...
14 Aug 5min
Medicare Part D Premium Spike
The Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration ends in 2027, meaning the temporary cap that kept Part D premiums low will expire and beneficiaries should expect higher, more variable premiums...
12 Aug 5min
Medicare Annual Enrollment Mistakes to Avoid
In 2026, the stakes are higher than in previous years. The federal program that has kept Part D premiums artificially low is ending, which means drug plan costs could rise significantly for 2027. That...
6 Aug 6min
Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) Explained
D-SNPs are offered by private insurance companies (such as UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Aetna, and Centene) that contract with both Medicare and your state's Medicaid program. According to CMS data, D-SN...
31 Juli 5min
Why Two Medigap Plan G Policies Can Cost Completely Different Amounts
Medicare requires that Plan G cover the same benefits regardless of insurer. Pricing, however, is set independently by each company based on their own rating method, claims history, and business strat...
29 Juli 5min
