Medicare Stress Relief
Turning 65 may not be stressful for most individuals. However, becoming eligible for Medicare is another story. Every individual is required to make some type of decision about Medicare insurance. Plus, the newly or soon-to-be Medicare eligible person is going to be faced with several external factors that can cause stress. This podcast is about how to manage this potentially stressful situation and make confident decisions. If you want to know what actions you can take to alleviate Medicare stress, this is the podcast for you.
Episodes
117 episodes
The Do Not Call Registry-Cont.
In this episode, I share ways to utilize some of the unwanted calls to your advantage.
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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5:19
Action Item #1-The Do Not Call Registry
In this episode, I discuss the first action I recommend for individuals who are becoming eligible for Medicare-signing up for the Do Not Call Registry. I know it may seem obvious, but there is more to it than you realize.
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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4:59
Learning to Overcome Medicare Stress
This episode lays the groundwork for learning to overcome Medicare Stress.
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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4:06
Medicare Stressors Part 3 (Conclusion)
In this episode, I finish the discussion about what creates Medicare stress for individuals who become eligible for Medicare. Specifically, I focus on the topics of misinformation and what I have labeled parts vs pl...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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5:27
Medicare Stress Cont.
In this episode, I review my definition of Medicare Stress and discuss some of the external factors such as mail, phone calls and door-to-door salespeople who contribute to Medicare Stress.
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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6:08
Medicare Stress-The Definition
This is episode one of season three. In this episode, I define Medicare Stress and begin to discuss what are the reasons people feel stressed about Medicare decisions.
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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4:55
Why Choose a Local Broker
In this episode I discuss why I believe a local broker is your best choice for a Medicare agent.
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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5:27
Medicare Agents
In this episode, I share information about the different types of insurance agents who assist individuals with Medicare plans.
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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5:45
Identifying Available Plans in Your Area
In this episode, I share information about how to identify what Medicare plans are available in your area.
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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5:19
Selecting Medicare Plans and Managing Risks
In this episode, I discuss the idea of managing risk when choosing between a Medicare supplement and a Medicare Advantage plan
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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4:26
Indemnity Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans
In this episode, I discuss how purchasing indemnity insurance plans could provide financial protection if enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan.
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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5:19
Medicare Advantage Plans and Pre-Existing Conditions
In this episode, I discuss how enrollment in a Medicare Advantage plan is affected by pre-existing health conditions.
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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2:03
Why Choose a Medicare Advantage Plan?
In this episode, I share information about why individuals choose to enroll in Medicare Advantage plans.
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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4:59
Medicare Advantage Plan High Risk Areas
In this episode, I discuss two services that could create a high risk of out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries.
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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4:25
Medicare Advantage Plans without Rx Coverage
In this episode, I discuss the benefits of considering a Medicare Advantage plan that does not cover prescription medications. You may be surprised by what you hear.
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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5:30
Medicare Advantage Plans Maximum Out-of-Pocket Limits
In this episode, I discuss the Maximum Out-of-Pocket limits for Medicare Advantage plans. The Maximum Out-of-Pocket is not a deductible. It is the maximum liability an enrollee can incur during a given year for in-network services.&...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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5:54
The Functionality of Medicare Advantage Plans
In this episode, I share information regarding the functionality of Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Advantage plans with have characteristics of an employer insurance plan and Original Medicare. Listen to find out more. &nbs...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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5:47
Mediocare Advantage Plans-HMO's vs PPO's
In the episode, I discuss the difference between HMO vs PPO Medicare Advantage plans. This would include networks of physicians, additional benefits such as dental/vision, and the out-of-pocket maximum. Listen to find out more.
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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6:00
Introduction to Medicare Advantage Plans
In this episode, I begin introducing Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Advantage plans are becoming more popular among Medicare beneficiaries. This may be due to the fact they usually have lower premiums than Medicare supplements a...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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5:27
Part D Formularies and Pharmacies
In this episode, I discuss two components of a Part D plan; formularies and pharmacies. These are both important because they can both affect the cost of your prescriptions. Listen to find out more.
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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6:19
Medicare Part D-Catastrophic Phase
In this episode, I share information about how beneficiaries transition from the Coverage Gap (Donut Hole), into the Catastrophic phase of a Part D drug plan. The calculation is a little convoluted, but I hope this podcast will help clari...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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6:22
Medicare Part D-Coverage Gap (Donut Hole)
In this episode, I explain the third phase of a Medicare Part D plan, which is known as the Coverage Gap phase. It is also known as the Donut Hole. Listen to learn when the Coverage Gap starts and how it affects drug costs. &nb...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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6:13
Medicare Part D-The Copay and Coinsurance Phase
In this episode, I discuss phase two of prescription drug plans (Part D)-the copay/coinsurance phase. This is part 2 of 4 in a series regarding the four phases of a Medicare prescription drug plan.
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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4:43