by Matt Feret | Sep 27, 2025 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Coverage
If you’re caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s or another chronic illness, you’ve probably wondered: Will Medicare help pay for in-home care?It’s one of the most common — and most misunderstood — questions I hear. The truth is, Medicare can help with some medical home...
by Matt Feret | Sep 25, 2025 | Medicare Advice
Your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) shows up in September and spells out what your plan will look like on January 1st. Translation: it tells you whether you’re going to pay more, whether your drugs are changing, and whether your doctor or pharmacy is still in-network....
by Matt Feret | Sep 24, 2025 | Medicare Advice
If you’ve ever missed an open enrollment deadline or had a major life change, you’ve probably wondered: Can I still change my Medicare coverage outside the regular enrollment period? The short answer — maybe.That’s where Medicare Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) come...
by Matt Feret | Sep 23, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Service Area Reductions
Here’s the deal: millions of people are about to lose their Medicare Advantage plans in 2026. If you’ve already gotten a letter, you know the pit in your stomach. If you haven’t, don’t assume you’re safe — carriers are pulling back, and entire counties are on the...
by Matt Feret | Sep 22, 2025 | Medicare Advice
Most people on Medicare get told the same thing when their plan changes: “Call 1-800-MEDICARE. Visit Medicare.gov. Or talk to your local SHIP office.” Sounds safe and reassuring, right? The problem is those so-called “safety nets” aren’t always reliable. If you’re...
