William A. Simmons

Medicare Stress Relief

Health EN ↓ 117 episodes

Turning 65 may not be stressful for most individuals. However, becoming eligible for Medicare is another story. Every individual is required to make some type of decision about Medicare insurance. Plus, the newly or soon-to-be Medicare eligible person is going to be faced with several external factors that can cause stress. This podcast is about how to manage this potentially stressful situation and make confident decisions. If you want to know what actions you can take to alleviate Medicare stress, this is the podcast for you.

Author

William A. Simmons

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Aug 11, 2023

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Episodes

Part D Pharmacies-Preferred vs Standard 14.11.2020

Almost all Part D plans will have preferred vs standard pharmaces.   In this episode, i discuss the reason it is important to know the difference.  

Part D Formularies 07.11.2020

Every Part D plan will have a different formulary.  Make sure the plan you select covers your medications.  

Prescription Drug Plan Deductibles 31.10.2020

Medicare Part D plans often have deductibles.  This plan shares information about which plans are likely to have deductibles vs plans that do not.  

Medicare Drug Plan Premiums 24.10.2020

There are many Rx plans available with varying premiums.  This episode discusses why!

Prescription Drug Plan Phases 17.10.2020

Medicare Part D plans cycle through 4 phases during the year.  Listen to find out more.

Prescription Drug Coverage Options and Tiers 09.10.2020

There are several options for receiving Medicare Rx coverage.  In this episode, I discuss the options and how medications are put into different drug tiers.  

Introduction to Prescription Drug Plans (Part D) 02.10.2020

Medicare covers routine prescription medications through Part D.  This is an introduction to Part D coverage.  

Medicare Supplements-Practical Aspects 25.09.2020

Medicare supplements have several convenient and practical aspects.  I talk about ease of use in this episode.  

Medicare Supplement Premiums 23.09.2020

All Medicare Supplements will have monthly premiums.  This episode talks about factors that affect what the premiums may be.  

Medicare Supplements-Benefit Structures 22.09.2020

Medicare supplements are identified by plans such as plan A, G or N.  Each plan has a different benefit structure.  Make sure you know what your supplement covers before enrolling.  

Medicare Supplements are Standardized Plans 18.09.2020

Medicare Supplement benefits are standardized, which means the benefits are the same based on the plan.  So, a plan G supplement will provide the same level of coverage regardless of the company offering the plan.  Listen to the podcast to find out more.  

Introducing Medicare Supplements 15.09.2020

In this episode I introduce Medicare supplements.  Also known as Medigap plans.  

Action #5-Learn About Medicare Insurance Products 11.09.2020

In order to make a confident Medicare insurance decision, it is necessary to understand you options.  In this episode, I introduce the different Medicare insurance options.  

Original Medicare-What Services are not Covered! 10.09.2020

Original Medicare covers a lot of areas, but there are certain things that are not covered.  That is what this episode is about.  

Medicare Part B Deductibles and Coinsurance Amounts 08.09.2020

In this episode, I explain the Medicare Part B deductible and coinsurance amounts.  

Original Medicare Part B Premiums 05.09.2020

Original Medicare Part B has a monthly premium.  However, it is not the same for everyone.  Listen to find out more.  

Original Medicare Part B Coverages 03.09.2020

Want to know what Medicare Part B Covers?  This will inform you.  

Medicare Part A Deductibles and Copays 02.09.2020

In this episode, I discuss Original Medicare Part A deductibles and copays.  What you could pay out of pocket might surprise you.  

Original Medicare Part A Premiums 31.08.2020

What to know what Original Medicare Part A costs per month?  Have a listen!

Medicare Part A Coverages 29.08.2020

Want to know what Medicare Part A covers.  Here it is!

Introducing Original Medicare 28.08.2020

Original Medicare Parts A and B are the foundation for all Medicare decisions.  You must have a solid understanding of Parts A and B to make confident decisions.  

Medicare Penalties-Oh No! 27.08.2020
Medicare and Employer Health Savings Acccounts 26.08.2020
Working Past 65-The Special Enrollment Period 17.08.2020

When someone turns 65 and is covered by an employer plan, there is a Special Enrollment Period that comes into plan.  

The General Enrollment Period 13.08.2020

What happens if you miss your Medicare Initial Enrollment Period?  Well, you have the General Enrollment Period that is available.  Listen for more information.  

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