Lisa Martin

Health Insurance Sherpa

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Hi, I’m Lisa Martin, and this is Health Insurance Sherpa. If you’re shopping for an ACA plan, or even just thinking about it, you’veprobably noticed something: the more you look, the more confusing it gets. Maybe you’re comparing several options and trying to figure out how anindividual ACA plan stacks up next to an employer plan or COBRA. MaybeMedicare is also on the horizon. Health insurance can feel confusing, expensive, and overwhelming. And ifyou’ve ever wondered what’s really true, about the old mandate andpenalties, pre-existing conditions, deductibles and copays, or what your planactua...

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Lisa Martin

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Medicare Made Simple: The A, B, C, D’s You Need to Know Before Turning 65 07.07.2026 45:57

Turning 65 brings a flood of Medicare decisions, confusing mailers, and important choices that can impact your healthcare for years to come. In this episode of Health Insurance Sherpa , Lisa Martin sits down with longtime Medicare advisor Mike Markham to break down the Medicare maze. Together they explain the basics of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, how Medicare Advantage compares to Medicare Supp...

Stop Guessing: The Health Insurance Terms Everyone Should Understand 30.06.2026 16:39

Lisa breaks down the confusing world of health insurance into simple, practical terms anyone can understand. Whether you're shopping for coverage on Healthcare.gov, reviewing your employer benefits, or simply trying to make better healthcare decisions, this episode provides the foundation you need. You'll learn the five core insurance concepts that impact your healthcare costs—premiums, copays, de...

Unlocking the Hidden Wealth in Your HSA 16.06.2026 17:17

Are you taking full advantage of your Health Savings Account (HSA)? Whether you have coverage through your employer or an ACA Bronze plan, an HSA could be one of the most powerful financial tools available to you. In this episode, Health Insurance Sherpa Lisa Martin sits down with Jonathan Fagan of Wilde Wealth to explore why financial advisors love HSAs and how individuals and families can use th...

The Story Behind the Sherpa: My Journey Into Health Insurance 12.06.2026 23:06

Welcome to the very first episode of Your Health Insurance Sherpa! In this debut episode, Lisa Martin shares the personal journey that led her into the health insurance industry and the mission behind this podcast. What started as a career leap of faith more than 20 years ago became a calling to help individuals, families, and small business owners navigate one of the most confusing—and important—...

Welcome to Health Insurance Sherpa 04.06.2026 2:08

A sneak peek at what's ahead...