How to Sign-up for Medicare Before Purchasing MAPDs

by Matt Feret | Jul 15, 2025 | Medicare, Medicare Advice, Medicare Part A, Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplement

Navigating the Medicare sign-up process can feel like wandering through a maze, especially when you’re eager to purchase Medicare Advantage (MAPD), Medicare Supplement (Medigap), or Part D plans. Let’s break down the steps to ensure you’re on the...

Understanding Medicare: A Comprehensive Guide

by Matt Feret | Feb 17, 2024 | Choosing a Medicare Plan, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part B, Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplement

Understanding Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D: A Comprehensive Guide Hello everyone, Matt Feret here! I’ve noticed a growing trend in my inbox lately—many of you have been reaching out with questions about Medicare, inching through the nuances that I cover...

Why Choosing the Right Medicare Insurance Plan is Important

by Matt Feret | Oct 3, 2022 | Choosing a Medicare Plan, Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement, Original Medicare

Matt,   I’m eligible for Medicare soon and I’ve heard that, depending on the Medicare insurance option that you choose, you could pay little-to-nothing for healthcare or be exposed to large out-of-pocket costs. Do you have an example of this? By the way, I’ve...

Why Would Anyone Pay More Premium for a Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Plan G?

by Matt Feret | Mar 3, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement

CreDear Matt, I read your book, but if I decide that I want Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Plan G and all the companies have the same benefits, why would there be price differences? Why would anyone pay more in premiums for one company’s Medigap plan over another for...

What Is the Medigap (Medicare Supplement) Birthday Rule? Can I Switch Medigap Plans around My Birthday?

by Matt Feret | Jan 19, 2022 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement

What Is the Medigap (Medicare Supplement) Birthday Rule?  Can I Switch Medigap Plans around My Birthday? Dear Matt, I have an AARP Medicare Supplement, which is a United Healthcare Medigap Plan G.  My Medicare insurance agent has talked to me about the Medigap...

The 2022 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period Is Here!

by Matt Feret | Dec 22, 2021 | Medicare Advice, Medicare Supplement, Original Medicare

Dear Matt, My local Medicare insurance agent told me the Medicare Open Enrollment starts in January?  I thought Open Enrollment started on October 15 and ended on December 7.  Is she wrong? Thanks, Sherry S. When is the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period? Your...