Aging Starts Now
Episode 343: Medicare Open Enrollment: What you need to Know
Medicare Open Enrollment is here—but even if you’re happy with your current coverage, should you still take a closer look? In this episode of Aging Starts Now, host Dana Hentschel talks with Johnson McGinnis Medicare Specialist Tyler McCullar about what you need to know during Medicare Open Enrollment. They discuss the difference between enrollment periods, what changes you can make, why it’s important to review your prescription drug coverage every year, and what to consider before switching between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. They also tackle Medicare scams and aggressive sales tactics, including how to recognize suspicious calls and why you should be cautious about giving personal information to unsolicited callers. Most importantly, Tyler explains why reviewing your current coverage—even if you don’t plan to make a change—can help you understand what to expect in the coming year. Listen now and head into Medicare Open Enrollment with greater confidence.
