What to Do If You Missed the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)

by Matt Feret | Jan 1, 2025 | Medicare, Medicare Advice

What to Do If You Missed the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) Missing the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) can feel like a huge setback, but don’t panic. There are still options available to make changes to your Medicare coverage. Let’s explore...

Medicare Part A Only and COBRA – A Cautionary Tale

by Matt Feret | Mar 19, 2024 | COBRA, Medicare Advice, Medicare Part A

Hi Matt, I want to relay a cautionary tale about Medicare and COBRA coverage. The background: I’m over age 65 and eligible for Medicare, so I took Medicare Part A and waived Medicare Part B and kept my employer’s group health insurance while I was still working.  As...

Switching Medicare Advantage Plans: When, How, and Optimal Strategies

by Matt Feret | Feb 21, 2024 | Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advice

Welcome, my friends! I’m Matt Feret, and if there’s one thing my inbox is full of, it’s heartfelt questions from many of you feeling anchored down by your current Medicare Advantage plans. You want to navigate these waters confidently, seeking...

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...

2024 IRMAA Rules for Medicare: What You Need to Know

by Matt Feret | Jan 11, 2024 | Medicare, Medicare Advice

Introduction The landscape of Medicare is ever-evolving, and one crucial aspect that Medicare beneficiaries must stay abreast of is the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA). As we step into 2024, understanding the nuances of the latest IRMAA rules is very...

When is the 2024 Medicare Open Enrollment Period?

by Matt Feret | Jan 7, 2024 | Medicare, Medicare Advice

*Updated 1/11/2024 2024 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period Although the Annual Election Period (AEP) ends on December 7 every year, that does not necessarily mean that you’re completely out of luck if you still want to make a change to your Medicare insurance...