Welcome to Medicare Minutes! This is your one-stop shop for all Medicare-related information. In this episode, I share important information about Parts A, B, C, and D, including what they cover and when you can enroll (annual, open, and initial enrollment periods). I also share what Advantage Plans, Supplement Plans, income limits, and penalties are.

Then, possibly for the first time ever (publicly), I get vulnerable. My family has recently experienced a traumatic event, and to all the parents dealing with a similar struggle, I hope you find strength in knowing you’re not alone.

Timestamps:

What is Medicare Part A, B, C, and D? - 00:29.00

Enrollment Periods - 02:55.00

Advantage and Supplement Plans - 05:57.00

Income Limits and Penalties - 07:32.00

Getting Personal - 11:27.00

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In this episode Misty talks about the Medicare Open Enrollment, which is going on now through March. There are some important things you can do for your Medicare Coverage elections during open enrollment, and Misty goes over everything you can do and what needs to be take care of at other times during the year. The Open Enrollment and all the other medicare election periods can be very confusing, which is why you should always call Medicare Misty to help you through every medicare decision you need to make. www.medicaremisty.com Produce by Blazing Kiss Media.

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In this episode, Misty is joined by Brett Billings of Billings and Company, who specializes in elder care planning management for seniors and their families. Brett talks about his background in running senior living facilities, and he realized that many people do not understand all the options that are available. So he opened his consultancy business in order to help families deal with these decisions. Brett also explains the different types of care available from in-home care, retirement homes, assisted living centers, and nursing homes, and how to know which one is best for you or your family member. www.medicaremisty.com. Disclaimer: Medicare Misty is not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency. Produced by Blazing Kiss Media.

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In this episode, Misty is joined by Allison Darras of Care Patrol. Care Patrol is an organization that helps families find retirement centers, senior living housing, and nursing homes for seniors. They can also help families who need long term care facilities for those who are not seniors, but have disabilities that require some kind of nursing home care. Care Patrol works in a way similar to how Misty does Medicare Insurance options, because their services are free to their customers. They get paid by the senior care facilities, and not just one particular company or service provider. Care Patrol can provide you and your family members with a variety of options to help make the best choice for whatever kind of service is needed. Excellent information! www.medicaremisty.com. Disclaimer: Medicare Misty is not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency. Produced by Blazing Kiss Media.

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In this episode Misty gives us all the details on the new raise in Social Security Benefits, and the increase in Medicare Premiums and deductibles that are coming in 2024. The good news is the raise Social Security benefits should more than fully cover the increase in Medicare premiums and deductibles. In fact, for many people there will not be an issue at all. But you still want to make sure everything is exactly the way it needs to be for your Medicare coverage. Misty tells you how it works, what to look for, and especially, when you need to get in touch with her office to make sure your benefits are covered. Great Information! www.medicaremisty.com. Disclaimer: Medicare Misty is not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency. Produced by Blazing Kiss Media.

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In this episode Misty is joined by Lacy Grayson of Caris Healthcare, which is a Hospice service. Some people think that Hospice means death for the elderly, but it really is not that at all. Hospice offers services and much more to help families dealing with loved ones meet their final days with dignity and comfort. Lacy explains her personal reasons for getting involved with Caris Healthcare from when she and her family needed help. You will also find out how Medicare and Medicaid help with covering Hospice care. Excellent information! www.medicaremisty.com. Disclaimer: Medicare Misty is not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency. Produced by Blazing Kiss Media.

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In this episode, we have a guest joining the podcast. Nicole Daniel, who is an Insurance Agent, Sales and Marketing, with Rick Crawford and Associates. Nicole is here with Misty to talk about Long Term Care Insurance, which might be one of the most misunderstood pieces of retirement situations. Nicole helps to explain why you need long term care insurance, and what to look for in a Long Term Care Plan. Misty explains how Medicare can work with Long Term Care, and why you can not depend on Medicare alone if you need specialized medical help when you get into your retirement years. Great information from two great experts! www.medicaremisty.com. Disclaimer: Medicare Misty is not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency. Produced by Blazing Kiss Media.

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In this episode we’re discussing one of those difficult situations that can come up with major medical problems, and that is pre-existing conditions. And we have a guest with us, Becky Blaesing, who is the owner of Blazing Kiss Media and the co-producer of the Medicare Misty Podcast. Becky just completed a year of treatments for breast cancer, including a double mastectomy, and she and Misty discuss the problems that can sometimes occur with insurance coverage for those dealing with breast cancer. Misty also details what to look for in Medicare coverage to make sure your treatments are covered. Great information! Medicare Misty is not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency. www.medicaremisty.com. Produced by Blazing Kiss Media.

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