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Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period starts October 15. And waiting until the last minute is how people miss things. On today’s episode, Marvin and Josh are talking about what everybody needs to review before this Medicare window opens, who this enrollment period truly applies to, and why your current plan deserves a second look. Do not assume last year’s plan is still the right plan. As always, we’ll be taking your live calls and answering your Medicare, Social Security, and retirement questions.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Turning 65 comes with two big decisions most people try to figure out at the same time. Medicare and Social Security. And getting one wrong can affect the other more than people realize. On today’s episode, Marvin and Josh are walking through the key things to understand at 65, how these decisions can work together, and what to think through before you make your next move. We look forward to taking your Medicare, Social Security, and retirement questions LIVE.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Medigap has a window where the door is wide open. But it does not stay open forever. On today’s episode, Marvin and Josh are talking about the Medigap deadline many people miss, why it can be harder to get the coverage you want later, and how one timing mistake can limit your options down the road. As always, we’ll be taking your Medicare, Social Security, and retirement questions LIVE. Bring your questions, and we’ll help you work through them.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Original Medicare A and B can look like “full coverage.” That’s the trap. There’s a 20% gap with no cap, which means if the bills keep climbing, your share can keep climbing too. On today’s episode, Marvin and Josh are breaking down why having Original Medicare only can leave you dangerously exposed, and what people need to understand before they assume A and B is enough. The phone lines will be open, and we’re ready to help callers work through their own Medicare, Social Security, or retirement questions live.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Two drug plans. One is $0. One is $100. We all know which one sounds better, but that does not mean it is the better plan for your prescriptions. On today’s episode, Marvin and Josh are discussing how to look past the monthly premium and compare what really matters when choosing a Medicare drug plan. Marvin also shares how he personally picked his own drug plan. The phone lines will be open, and we’re ready to help callers work through their own Medicare, Social Security, or retirement questions live.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareschool.com/medicareschool-daily/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - “Just pick the cheapest Medigap plan” sounds like practical advice. But there are a few reasons that this could backfire. On today's episode of Medicare Answer Hour, Marvin and Josh discuss what people often miss when comparing Supplement plans, including the trade-offs of High Deductible Plan G, why the lowest premium may not tell the full story, and what to consider before choosing a plan based on price alone. After the topic, we’ll open up the phone lines and help callers work through their own Medicare, Social Security, or retirement questions live.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareschool.com/medicareschool-daily/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Choosing a Medicare Advantage plan is all about understanding the trade-offs. Some people may be comfortable looking past certain details if the plan fits what they need. Others, especially more risk-averse folks, may want to look much closer before making a decision. Today on Medicare Answer Hour, we’re breaking down 7 details you should compare before choosing an Advantage plan, so you can better understand your options and what matters most for your situation. As always, we’ll be taking your calls LIVE. Bring your Medicare, Social Security, or retirement questions. We look forward to taking your calls.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareschool.com/medicareschool-daily/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - The biggest Medicare surprises usually show up when people assume they’re already protected. That’s where this gets expensive. Today on Medicare Answer Hour, we’re breaking down 5 things Medicare doesn’t cover that can catch people completely off guard, and what you need to understand before one of those gaps becomes your problem. As always, we’ll be taking your calls LIVE. Call in with your Medicare, Social Security, or retirement questions. We're looking forward to providing clear insights.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareschool.com/medicareschool-daily/ Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 833-833-2077 - Your doctor may recommend the care. But with some Medicare plans, your insurance company may still get the final say. Today on Medicare Answer Hour, we’re talking about why your insurance company might have more power than your doctor, how insurance approvals can impact your care, who is really making the decisions, and what it can mean when you need a test, treatment, procedure, or specialist visit approved. Have a Medicare, Social Security, or retirement question? Call in live and let us help bring clarity to your situation.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 800-782-6676 - Medicare Advantage gets a lot of criticism,  but for the right person, it can be a great fit. In this deep dive, we break down what these plans actually cover, what you'll pay in copays, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket maximums, and the extra benefits like dental, vision, and hearing that Original Medicare doesn't include. We also cover who tends to do well on these plans, the trade-offs to understand before enrolling, and how to tell if one is right for you.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 800-782-6676 - Plan N is the budget-friendly Medigap option that's been gaining ground on Plan G — but the lower premium comes with a few trade-offs  In this deep dive, we go line by line through everything Plan N covers, the small copays for doctor and ER visits, the excess charges it doesn't pay, and how to tell whether the savings are worth it for you.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 800-782-6676 - Plan G is the most popular Medigap plan for new Medicare enrollees — but what does it actually pay for? In this deep dive, we go line by line through everything Plan G covers: hospital stays, doctor visits, excess charges, foreign travel, and more. We also cover the one thing it doesn't pay (the Part B deductible), how it compares to Plans F and N, and who it's the right fit for.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 800-782-6676 - If you're leaving your job soon, there are a few things you need to do before your last day — or you could face Medicare penalties and a gap in coverage. We break down the exact steps, the deadlines that matter, and the mistakes people make when transitioning from employer coverage to Medicare.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 800-782-6676 - Medicare doesn't just look at what you earn today — it looks back 2 years. That means the income you made before you even enrolled could push your Part B and Part D premiums hundreds of dollars higher every month. In this episode, we break down how the IRMAA look back works, why so many retirees get blindsided by it, and what you can do if your income has dropped since then.

Send us a question or share your story! Medicare School Answer Hour airs Monday–Thursday, 11 AM–12 PM CST. Book a call-in slot for upcoming shows here: https://medicareanswerhour.com Call in directly to the show at: 833-824-2004 For immediate Medicare enrollment assistance, call our team at 800-782-6676 - Turning 65 with a spouse who's still years away from Medicare? One common move could leave them without coverage, or paying far more than they should. In this episode, we walk through the biggest mistake couples make when only one spouse is Medicare-eligible, how it affects employer plans, HSAs, and marketplace coverage, and what to do instead so both of you stay protected.