Medicare options and their initial elections can be complex and challenging to understand. Decisions on what coverage or combination of plans is right for you, what your associated financial responsibilities will be, and when and how to enroll can seem overwhelming. This three-part podcast series will provide the information you need to know to make an informed decision on your initial Medicare elections.
Part 1: The ABC's of Medicare
This podcast focuses on the basics of Medicare and its two coverage options: Part A and B, "Original Medicare", fee-for-service option; and Part C, "Medicare Advantage", managed care plan option.
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Part 2: Medigap Insurance
Medigap insurance is private insurance that supplements existing "gaps" in Original Medicare. This podcast focuses on what Medigap insurance covers, how to compare policies, and your guaranteed issue rights.
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Part 3: Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
Prescription drug coverage is one of the most important new components of Medicare. This podcast focuses on the types of drug plans that are available, how to select the best plan for you, the annual election requirement, and how to enroll in a plan.
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Featuring:
Esther Koch, Founder and President of Encore Management
Esther is also a Medicare Aging Network Partner with the Administration on Aging and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, and was a delegate to the White House Conference on Aging.
