Medicare Plan Finder’s “Provider Search Fix” (2026)

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...

Understanding IRMAA (2026): What It Is and How It Affects Your Medicare Premiums

by Matt Feret | Aug 29, 2025 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Part D, Original Medicare

Short version: If your Medicare bill is higher than you expected, you may have been hit with IRMAA — an extra charge on top of your Part B and Part D premiums because of your income. Let’s answer what most people actually care about: Why am I paying more? Will this...

Can You Use GoodRx With Medicare?

by Matt Feret | Aug 20, 2025 | Medicare Part D

How Does GoodRx Work With Medicare? If you’re on Medicare and you’ve seen GoodRx ads, you might wonder: should I use a discount card at the pharmacy, or my Medicare Part D benefit? Here’s the plain-English answer: GoodRx can lower a cash price, but it does not work...

What Does Medicare Part D Cover in 2026?

by Matt Feret | Aug 18, 2025 | Medicare Part D

If you’re on Medicare, you’ve probably asked yourself: Will my prescriptions still be covered next year? How much will I pay at the pharmacy? Let’s cut through the jargon and get right to it. Medicare Part D is the part of Medicare that covers retail prescription...

Medicare Star Ratings: What They Really Mean for You

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...

The Inflation Reduction Act and Its Impact on Medicare Advantage (MAPD) and Medicare Part D Plans

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....