by Matt Feret | Aug 20, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice, Service Area Reductions
In 2026, millions of people enrolled in Medicare Advantage will lose their current plan. Why? Because of something called a Medicare Service Area Reduction (SAR). That’s the technical term. What it really means for you is simple: your insurance company has decided...
by Matt Feret | Aug 12, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice, Medicare Part D
Every fall, people shopping for Medicare Advantage or Part D drug plans run into the “Medicare Star Rating” system. It looks simple — one to five stars, just like Amazon reviews. But here’s the real question: Do these stars actually help you figure out which plan is...
by Matt Feret | Aug 10, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice
If you’re on Medicare Advantage, you’ve probably seen the term Maximum Out-of-Pocket (MOOP).But do you know how high it can go in 2026 — and what that means for your wallet? Let’s break it down in plain English. What is a MOOP (and why does it matter)? Every Medicare...
by Matt Feret | Jun 15, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement
Navigating the world of Medicare can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing between Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans. Let’s break down the differences, benefits, and considerations for each to help you make an...
by Matt Feret | May 1, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice, Medicare Part D
Navigating the world of Medicare can be overwhelming, especially when significant policy changes come into play. One such change is the Inflation Reduction Act, which has introduced several key updates that affect Medicare Advantage (MAPD) and Medicare Part D plans....
by Matt Feret | Jan 15, 2025 | Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice
Several insurers made the decision to exit the Medicare Advantage market in 2025 due to various financial pressures and changes in reimbursement rates. Here are some of the major exits: Aetna: Exited several counties and is expected to lose up to 10% of its Medicare...
