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Matt’s Corner – Blog

Welcome to the Prepare for Medicare blog!

Welcome to the Prepare for Medicare blog!  I’m thrilled you’re here.  I’ll use this blog space on the website to keep you up-to-speed with things that affect your Medicare coverage, current events and important dates and timelines.

I wrote my book, Prepare for Medicare – The Insider’s Guide to Buying Medicare Insurance to help you quickly understand Medicare, narrow down your choices, purchase a plan with the help of an expert Medicare insurance agent or DIY, and move on with your life.

That said, Medicare rules change all the time and there’s always something new!  Keep paying attention to this space and I’ll post updates regularly.

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To your wealth, wisdom, and wellness!

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Medicare and COBRA

Medicare and COBRA

Hi Matt, I'm retiring soon and am currently on my employer's health insurance plan.  I plan on electing COBRA when my employer coverage ends. I know there are Medicare Part B late enrollment penalties, and I don't want to mess anything up! I have Medicare Part A, but...

When is the 2023 Medicare Open Enrollment Period?

When is the 2023 Medicare Open Enrollment Period?

Matt, I read your previous blog on the 2023 Annual Election Period. Thanks for that information! I’m going back to read more about Medicare insurance on your blogs; this is great that I can find everything in one place. I’d like to know if it’s possible to make a...

Why the MOOP Is Important

Why the MOOP Is Important

Hey Matt, How much does it really matter to invest in a Medicare plan with a low Maximum Out-Of-Pocket? On the other hand, should I just stick with what you call Bare-with-Medicare? Charles S. Hey Charles, To answer your question, we need to explain a MOOP. This is...

How Much Should I Pay Attention to Medicare Star Ratings?

How Much Should I Pay Attention to Medicare Star Ratings?

Hello Matt, Thank you for providing the information in your previous blog about Medicare Star ratings. I understand how they work, but why are they important? How are Star ratings in real-time? Thank you for all your wonderful information! Betty V. Hello Betty, The...

A Guide to Medicare Ratings

A Guide to Medicare Ratings

Hi Matt! I’m looking at different Medicare packages, and I see a Star rating system. Still, I don’t quite understand how the Medicare Star rating system works. Can you please shed some light on this subject? Thanks, Donald Z. Donald, These days, it’s hard to avoid...