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 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...
by Matt Feret | Sep 18, 2025 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Part D
Medicare says it’s finally “fixing” the provider search on medicare.gov —but the roll-out looks partial, outsourced, and light on quality control. Here’s what that memo really means for you, why I’m skeptical, and the steps to protect yourself. Watch: Medicare’s...
by Matt Feret | Sep 15, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice, Service Area Reductions
Have you gotten a letter saying your Medicare Advantage coverage will be ending? If so, you’re not alone. Many folks will receive a Medicare Advantage termination letter in 2025 alerting them that their plan won’t renew in 2026. Also called a Medicare Advantage...
by Matt Feret | Sep 12, 2025 | Medicare Advice, Original Medicare
A Medicare card might arrive automatically… or nothing shows up at all. If you’re not sure which bucket you’re in, it’s dangerously easy to miss your enrollment window and rack up lifetime penalties. This guide walks you through exactly what to check and what to do—...
