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Medicare Basics - Keith Armbrecht Medicare on Video

34 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 11 ratings

All episodes available on video - www.keithsvideos.com All you need to know about Medicare. Host Keith Armbrecht, founder of Medicare on Video, discusses the different parts of Medicare. Everything from Medicare Parts a and B to how to choose a Medicare supplement plan. Keith goes over in detail the things that you need to do when either you are turning 65 or are retiring and coming of your group plan. Keith makes it easy to get all of your pieces in the right places.

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Medicare Mini Course - Day 3 / Eligibility and Enrollment Periods

January 27, 2022 13:59 - 9 minutes - 9.05 MB

Who can enroll in Medicare and when. Don't miss your window!

Medicare Mini Course - Day 2 / The Cost of Medicare 💲💲

January 27, 2022 13:57 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MB

Understanding the Cost of Medicare

Medicare Mini Course - Day 1 / Original Medicare

January 27, 2022 09:01 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MB

Understanding Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B Enroll in the FREE Medicare mini-course here: https://medicareonvideo.com/mini-course/

Best Medicare Supplement Plans 2022 - Best Medigap Plans

January 27, 2022 08:57 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MB

Find the best Medicare Supplement plan for 2022. Here are the choices for the best Medigap plans. Understand the difference between Plan F, Plan G and Plan N.

The Five Dumbest Medicare Rules - Why So Dumb?

January 27, 2022 08:42 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MB

Medicare is pretty good but like most government programs has some pretty dumb rules. Here is the list of what I think are the 5 dumbest Medicare rules.

Five Worst Medicare Advantage Plan Complaints - How Many Have You Had?

January 27, 2022 08:37 - 7 minutes - 7.15 MB

The Five Worst Medicare Advantage Plan Complaints - Hard to limit to only 5. Make sure you get the full picture on Medicare Advantage plans.

Understanding Your Medicare Coverage Choices - Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement

January 27, 2022 08:28 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

The very first Medicare decision you need to make is a HUGE decision. Do you stay with original Medicare or do you go on a Medicare Advantage plan? This may be the only time you can choose without any medical questions so it is very important to get it right!

Medicare Cost Increases 2022 - How Will It Impact You?

January 27, 2022 08:19 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

Big cost increases for Medicare in 2022. Higher than projected. Important to understand how it will impact your healthcare. Medicare Part B premiums and Medicare Part B deductible. Medicare has increased the premiums and deductible for Medicare Part B in 2022. New prices for Medicare Part B start on 1/1/2022.

California Medicare Plans - Medicare Birthday Rule Explained

January 27, 2022 08:15 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

Understanding what is different with California Medicare Plans. How to use the Medicare birthday rule.

Why I Would Never Choose Medicare Advantage

January 27, 2022 05:27 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

Medicare Advantage - HMO Plans

September 21, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 15.6 MB Video

Medicare Advantage HMO plan are very different from Original Medicare. These Medicare Advantage plans limit you to a network of doctors and hospitals, and have other restrictive factors that are very different from Medicare Supplement plans.

Massachusetts Medicare l Medicare on Video

September 21, 2020 14:00 - 4 minutes - 20.4 MB Video

Medicare is Massachusetts is different than every other state in the country. In most states, Medicare Supplement plans are limited to a list of 11 lettered plans. However, in Massachusetts, plans are limited to three options for anyone 65 prior to 2020, and only two options for anyone turning 65 in 2020 or later. This video will go over the Massachusetts specific rules for Medicare Supplement Plans.

Medicare Part A

September 20, 2020 18:00 - 3 minutes - 12.7 MB Video

Medicare Part A is part of Original Medicare and covers your rom and board in the hospital. It is important to understand the differences between Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, including the coverage, premiums, and deductibles for Medicare Part A.

Medicare Part B

September 20, 2020 14:00 - 3 minutes - 12.8 MB Video

Medicare part B is part of Original Medicare and covers your outpatient and physician services Insurance. It is important to understand the differences between Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, including the coverage, premiums, and deductibles for Medicare Part B.

Medicare Supplement Insurance Companies

September 15, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 13.7 MB Video

When choosing Medicare Supplement Plans, one big question many people have is “how do I choose the right Medigap insurance carrier?” Luckily, there are specific laws that Medicare Supplement insurance plans must follow that make this choice a bit easier! Whether choosing Medigap Plan G, Medigap Plan N, or a high deductible plan, there are some safeguards in place, as well as factors to consider, which are reviewed in this episode.

Medicare Costs 2020

September 15, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 13.9 MB Video

The Medicare Part B premium and deductible goes up a little each year. The 2020 costs for Medicare go into effect on January 1st, 2020. The cost of living adjustment for Social Security increased as well, but is basically eaten up by the Medicare cost increase!

Medicare Part D - Drug Plans

September 14, 2020 18:00 - 2 minutes - 8.61 MB Video

Medicare Part D is the prescription drug plan component of Medicare. Whether you have Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement plan, or a Medicare Advantage Plan, it is important to understand how Medicare Part D plans work. This episode reviews Medicare Part D enrollment.    

Medicare Open Enrollment

September 14, 2020 14:00 - 4 minutes - 14 MB Video

The Medicare Open Enrollment period is a period once a year when Medicare enrollees can make changes to their current Medicare coverage. This time period effects some, but not everyone enrolled in Medicare. This episode reviews when the Medicare Annual Election Period is, and what changes you can make to your Medicare coverage, including Medicare Supplement plans, Medicare Advantage plans, and Medicare Part D plan.

Medicare Eligibility

September 13, 2020 18:00 - 3 minutes - 11.5 MB Video

Most people first become eligible for Medicare Part A and Part B enrollment at age 65. Turning 65, however, is not the only time you are Medicare eligible. Often, you can enroll into Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B before you are 65, when you turn 65, or when you are older than 65 and begin retirement. This episode reviews when you are eligible to apply for Medicare.

Medicare Supplement Plans F vs G vs N

September 13, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 40 MB Video

When looking at Medicare Supplement plans, you have a few options! The most popular Medigap plans are Medicare Supplement Plan F, Medicare Supplement Plan G, and Medicare Supplement Plan N. This episode reviews the different coverage levels of these MediGap plans and when to choose each one to supplement your Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B coverage.

Best Medicare Supplement Plan 2020

September 12, 2020 18:00 - 16 minutes - 52.3 MB Video

Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement plan is great coverage, but how do you choose the best Medigap plan? This episode reviews the best Medicare Supplement plans for 2020, including the coverage supplementing what Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B don't cover. The benefits of Medicare Supplement Plan G, Medicare Supplement Plan N, Medicare Supplement Plan F, and Medicare high-deductible plans are covered!

Medicare Explained

September 12, 2020 14:00 - 13 minutes - 38.4 MB Video

Medicare has four important parts when you begin your enrollment. It is important to understand the difference between Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Part C, and Medicare Part D. Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B benefits are the same across the board, but under Medicare Part C, things change based on whether you choose Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement plan, or a Medicare advantage plan. It is important to understand not only when to apply for medicare enrollment,...

How to Enroll in Medicare - in These Crazy Times!

September 11, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 32.3 MB Video

In the past, many people did their Medicare enrollment at the local Social Security office. However, with covid-19, enrolling in Medicare can't be done in person anymore. So, how do you enroll in Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B? Learn about your different options to apply for Medicare!

Medicare Advantage vs Medigap

September 11, 2020 14:00 - 11 minutes - 30.9 MB Video

When you enroll in Medicare and start your Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, you have the option to choose Original Medicare with a Medicare Supplement plan, also known as a Medigap plan, or enroll into a Medicare Advantage plan. It is important to understand the difference between these Medicare plans, because they are extremely different.  Learn about Medicare Advantage Plans vs Medicare Supplement Plans

Medicare Supplement Plan N

September 10, 2020 18:00 - 4 minutes - 13.8 MB Video

Medicare Supplement Plan N is one of the most popular MediGap choices. Medigap Plan N has a lower premium than Medigap Plan G, but still provides full coverage supplement Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B. Medicare Supplement Plan N is one of the best medicare supplement plan choices for full coverage at an affordable premium.

Medicare Plan G

September 10, 2020 14:00 - 3 minutes - 9.61 MB Video

Medicare Supplement Plan G is one of the most popular MediGap choices. Medigap Plan G offers full coverage for Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B gaps, at an affordable premium. Plan G limits your out-of-pocket spending, while giving you the freedom of Original Medicare. 

Medicare Enrollment Periods

September 09, 2020 23:10 - 7 minutes - 25.7 MB Video

There are three different Medicare open enrollment periods to begin your Medicare, called your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP), Special Enrollment Period (SEP), and the General Enrollment Period (GEP). When you apply for Medicare determines which Medicare enrollment period you fall into. It is important to understand the different enrollment periods, because it determines when your Medicare Part B will begin.  The is also an Medicare enrollment period called the Annual Election Period, als...

Social Security Calculator - When to Take Social Security

April 20, 2019 18:36

Social Security Calculator Since Social Security is an essential program of the government for qualified people, it is also crucial to understand how your benefits are calculated using a Social Security calculator. It helps you know the income you can expect from it and make sure that no disputes may arise when it is time for you to claim it. The organization has a variety of Social Security calculators, and each is based on the benefit that you are eligible to obtain. Once you have determin...

Social Security - Full Retirement Age

April 20, 2019 18:33 - 9 minutes - 58.2 MB Video

Social Security Full Retirement Age Every individual who is eligible for Social Security program can choose to avail his retirement benefit at the age of 62 through 70. Take note that it is a critical decision that you have to make while you are planning to claim it. It is essential to understand how it affects the sum of money that you will receive when you retire. Before you jump into the decision-making, make sure to consider the pros and cons of choosing whether you want early or late re...

Social Security Benefits

April 20, 2019 18:26 - 14 minutes - 96.1 MB Video

Social Security Benefits Social Security benefits are not limited to cash transfer or financial support given to its target group of people. The service provided depends on the unique situation of the individual. Some factors such as total retirement income, marital status, lifetime earnings, home state taxes, and retirement age affect the amount of the benefits that an eligible individual will receive. The Social Security Number linked to the person’s Social Security hold these details. The...

Social Security - What You Need to Know

April 20, 2019 17:57 - 9 minutes - 31.8 MB Video

Social Security is one of the government systems that helps people who have insufficient or no income by giving them financial support. It also supports the retirees and families of disabled or deceased workers, making it one of the largest programs offered by the government to its society. The benefits produced by this government service has different forms that target the basic needs of the eligible beneficiaries. This federal program commenced in 1935 when the Social Security Act was sign...

Best Medicare Supplement Plan 2019 - What Are The Best Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap) 2019?

November 12, 2018 16:30 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

A Complete Medicare Resource Center  https://www.MedicareonVideo.com Phone: 1-877-88KEITH (53484) Medicare Choices Made Easy   Best Medicare Supplement Plan 2019 revealed! Everyone wants to know what the best Medicare Supplement Plans are in 2019, don’t you?   Many people want to know what the most popular and best Medicare Supplemental Plan is and although Plan F has been the most popular Medicare supplement plan for years is it really the best Medicare supplement plan?   ...

Medicare Supplement Plans Quotes - Medicare Supplement Quotes Introduction

October 23, 2018 20:24 - 7 minutes - 6.85 MB

Medicare Supplement Plans Quotes available at no cost to you. Need best Medicare supplement plans quote? We can offer you fast, simplified Medicare quote and have a video library that answers many questions on Medicare. Phone: 1-877-88KEITH (53484) [email protected] Medicare Choices Made Easy Get Medicare on Video Medicare Supplement Plan F rates and benefits information that will help you make better Medicare decisions. Are you thinking of switching Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Pol...

Signing Up for Medicare

October 19, 2018 17:08 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

  How to sign up for Medicare 2019 video available now - Learn how to sign up for Medicare the right way with Keith Armbrecht and Medicare On Video. 2019 Medicare Enrollment Period- Sign up for Medicare, change Your Medicare Supplement, Medicare Plan or Medicare Part D Plan. Learning how to apply for Medicare online or where to sign up for Medicare without computer access is a common inquiry of Medicare applicants. No matter your situation, knowing when to sign up for Medicare is important...

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