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The Transition to Medicare Podcast

The Transition to Medicare Podcast

By Giardini Medicare

Who needs Medicare help? Everybody! Financial advisors do. CPAs do. People approaching age 65 do. People over age 65 do. Right, we have a lot of work to do! We bring you real stories and real suggestions so that you can make the best Medicare decisions possible for you and your family. Need more help? Call us at 248-871-7756 and our friendly and helpful advisors can help further. Also visit our website for educational content. www.gmedicareteam.com
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Careful out there -----

The Transition to Medicare PodcastAug 20, 2019

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02:42
Checking in during the crazy time!
Apr 15, 202007:08
Medicare thoughts while in coronavirus mode!
Mar 11, 202007:31
Medicare is a process, not a product

Medicare is a process, not a product

Listen and learn about our approach to the Medicare process.
Mar 02, 202003:22
YouTube and More!

YouTube and More!

We have been all over the place of late! Tune into our YouTube Channel over HERE and starting learning in the privacy of your own digs. Please share with friends and family that are confused with their own transition to the Medicare system! 

Feb 28, 202004:09
More Cobra horror stories

More Cobra horror stories

Remember, Cobra insurance is not like your regular "work coverage" when you are OVER age 65. Listen in and don't make the same mistake as this gentleman ALMOST made! www.gmedicareteam.com

Jan 12, 202004:41
Timing of Medicare enrollment

Timing of Medicare enrollment

Careful out there! Call us when you're 64.5 so that your proper timing down... Warning here about signing up/enrolling for Medicare's A and B!  www.gmedicareteam.com 

Jan 08, 202003:10
Tools & Teaching! The 2020 Medicare Theme ----

Tools & Teaching! The 2020 Medicare Theme ----

Teach a man to fish? Remember the old adage... Well, that's our 2020 theme at Giardini Medicare (www.gmedicareteam.com

There are so many resources and things to share with Medicare beneficiaries and those that are looking to transition to "the system"... that's where we come in. Listen in. 

Jan 06, 202005:31
The Medicare chaos is DESIGNED to be that way!

The Medicare chaos is DESIGNED to be that way!

This year it seems that the Medicare commercials have been ratcheted up a notch!  More reasons to be careful, ask more questions, and spend a bit more time understanding what you're doing.  Listen in, contact us!

Nov 13, 201906:25
Help - where's my agent?

Help - where's my agent?

There's more to Medicare products than price....  Be sure you choose the right agent/agency for when you need help. Pretty well guaranteed that you'll need help at some point during your Medicare years!  248-871-7756

Oct 28, 201905:19
The Psychology of Medicare!

The Psychology of Medicare!

Always interesting what makes a person "tick" regarding their Medicare selection!  Call us and "have the Medicare conversation" 248-871-7756

Oct 22, 201904:41
Know what you're buying!

Know what you're buying!

Easier said than done... ! We coach people each and every day through the Medicare conversation. Make it easy on yourself and call us for a free consult. 248-871-7756  Listen to "Pam's" story about deciding between Medigap and Medicare Advantage. 

Oct 13, 201912:51
$ isn't always the Medicare focus....?

$ isn't always the Medicare focus....?

When you're having the Medicare conversation, try and take the focus off of "dollars" - at least as the primary focus.  We'll help you to look beyond the commercials highlighting that you'll get everything for "free" regarding healthcare. Call us at 248-871-7756 for help, email us at joanne@boomerhealthgroup.com -- anything to talk the process through.  Most people misunderstand an enormous amount re: Medicare!  Don't be one of them --- 

Oct 08, 201906:37
To Each His Own!

To Each His Own!

There is an underlying psychological component to Medicare consultations. Listen in. Call 248-871-7756 and one of our advisers will help clear the murky waters for you.
Oct 06, 201904:47
Complete overload!

Complete overload!

Holy smokes, I made the mistake of turning on the TV for the day. Call us at 248-871-7756
Oct 02, 201903:40
Education is key!

Education is key!

It’s been a long day in Medicare land. I am reflecting end of day regarding just how important Medicare education always is.
Oct 01, 201905:18
IRMAA Appeals - It's possible!
Sep 27, 201904:33
Devil's in the Details
Sep 25, 201906:09
2019's Annual Election Period! Avoid mistakes!

2019's Annual Election Period! Avoid mistakes!

Some tips from Joanne about what to do and what not to do during the annual crazy time of Medicare.  She references the Vault - head over there to learn. Then schedule your time with a BHG advisor and get all of your questions answered. Then, make an educated choice and enroll into your Medicare product with Boomer Health Group. Call 248-871-7756 if all else fails!  

Sep 23, 201910:54
Super important choices
Sep 20, 201903:55
Crazy Stuff!
Sep 17, 201904:13
Saturday Medicare Thoughts!

Saturday Medicare Thoughts!

Random thoughts from the last week out and about teaching Medicare! Learn more over at our website    Call us at 248-871-7756 - we'd love to talk Medicare with you, family & friends. 

Sep 14, 201903:05
Factual Friday: The Donut Hole
Sep 13, 201906:33
Annuities! KIDDING :)
Sep 11, 201905:24
Medicare HELP!
Sep 09, 201906:14
Medicare is a Process - not a one and done...

Medicare is a Process - not a one and done...

Take your time, learn and do things methodically. Then you won't be like Jon who said "It all happened so fast, I left employer insurance and picked the wrong thing just to get it done. I hate it. Help."  Call us! 248-871-7756 or visit the website www.boomerhealthgroup.com  

Sep 07, 201905:04
Understand What You're Buying ~~

Understand What You're Buying ~~

As we head into the Medicare season full of agent solicitations, postcards in the mailbox, etc.  Buyer beware.  Learn about the two products you can choose as it relates to Medicare. We'll help you.  Go here to listen to a really good (long!) video about the products. It's one of the core things to know about Medicare. Be armed with some knowledge. Call us if you have questions, because we know you will :)   248-871-7756

Sep 04, 201904:55
Challenges of the Annual Election Period

Challenges of the Annual Election Period

Turning into September brings us squarely facing Medicare's Annual Election Period!  Yikes. This year will bring more and special challenges which we feel will bring more confusion to our consumers. NOT what they need nor want.  

Sep 03, 201905:22
It’s a nightmare to call the insurance carrier

It’s a nightmare to call the insurance carrier

We all know how difficult it is to call the insurance carrier. Here’s my story as I sat in trying to assist someone in another state. :)
Aug 31, 201904:34
A different one!

A different one!

There are countless situations that we come across with our Medicare beneficiaries. There is often no direct line of advice that we can give. We work with you until a solution is found!  248-871-7756 

Aug 30, 201905:21
SO much confusion... and it's only going to get worse...

SO much confusion... and it's only going to get worse...

The complexity is rising!  Tough to stay protected but you realllllly need to learn a few things about Medicare. Realize the system is designed to confuse you. We can help. www.boomerhealthgroup.com   

Aug 28, 201905:11
Decisions to Make

Decisions to Make

Not always easy! As people AGE and health changes, you hope that you picked or have the "right coverage" for what you'd like your health insurance to deliver.  Cost vs coverage. Can I go to my doctors, etc. Case study with a gentleman making a tough decision. Slow down, get all the facts and do the best you can! We'll help. 248-871-7756

Aug 27, 201905:13
Plan F discussion and... call us!

Plan F discussion and... call us!

A family member that bought a Plan F because she didn't talk to us... how crazy is that :)  Ask questions!  We're here to help with all things Medicare.  Fondly, Your Michigan Medicare Team  

Aug 26, 201904:16
No Family Plan in Medicare!

No Family Plan in Medicare!

It's that time of year -- coming up to the crazy Fall enrollment times for Medicare AND employer coverage (typically in the Fall)!  Listen in to understand that there is no "family plan" when it comes to Medicare. Visit www.bhgvault.com  and www.boomerhealthgroup.com to learn more! 

Aug 23, 201903:24
Fall = TEACHING time!

Fall = TEACHING time!

Fall is certainly in the air in Michigan!  Boomer Health Group is here to teach all that you need to know about Medicare enrollment and product selections. We attended a DFCU Social Security session and talk about understanding that the SS Administration is NOT your best place for MEDICARE advice! Listen in and call us.  www.boomerhealthgroup.com   

Aug 22, 201904:26
Careful out there -----

Careful out there -----

The never ending stuff that we need to combat on a daily basis. Listen in.
Aug 20, 201902:42
Tip for a Financial Professional

Tip for a Financial Professional

Think about who you're referring to. 1. Yes, please bring up Medicare!  2. You don't know what to do when the client says "yes, I'd love help!" (YIKES!)  3. Careful that who you refer to isn't engaging your client with products that you may not be aware of.  Happens far more than you can imagine.

Aug 18, 201905:18
Medicare Frustration

Medicare Frustration

Consumers are the only ones that get frustrated with the Medicare process. Listen in!
Aug 17, 201902:34
Think Ahead

Think Ahead

Try and put yourself into the shoes of an 82 year old, for example, when you are choosing your Medicare products. Sounds crazy but there are good reasons to do so. Like purchasing insurance on your house after a fire, some things just cannot be fixed. 

Aug 15, 201903:07
Cab Ride

Cab Ride

Chance encounter with an advisor in San Diego leads to a good outcome for his father in law!  Tune in - 

Aug 14, 201903:43
Chaos time of year in Medicare-Land!

Chaos time of year in Medicare-Land!

It's our annual prep time for the coming year in terms of "new stuff". Plan changes, new testing requirements for agents, things like that. SO, if we are getting hit with all sorts of chaos? We certainly know that are consumers are as well....  Take a planned approach to Medicare and you'll be OK.  www.BHGvault.com 

Aug 13, 201903:14
Millennials and Medicare!

Millennials and Medicare!

Listen in to hear how millennial’s can spice up our industry :-)
Aug 11, 201902:26
Medicare - Each and Every Day!

Medicare - Each and Every Day!

It's a constant message that we work to deliver.  When someone approaches Medicare, they have only two choices of products to "supplement" their Medicare.  One is Medicare Advantage, the other is Medigap. Apples and oranges. Each and every day we hear from folks who have/had 'no idea'. Don't let that be you. Call BHG!

Aug 08, 201903:45
San Diego Medicare Days!

San Diego Medicare Days!

Joanne is here in San Diego to talk to CUSO Financial Services FAs from across the U.S. Incredibly happy to be able to bring them our Medicare-Message.  The industry is starting to take note of the confusion facing 10,000 people per day - so why not bring us to San Diego to talk about it! Share with your advisor as well. 

Aug 04, 201903:15
Second Opinion

Second Opinion

People that work in the group workplace benefits space don’t always know the ins and outs of Medicare. Do yourself a favor, make a call for a second opinion.
Aug 01, 201902:46
The MAPD and your commitment

The MAPD and your commitment

Enrolling into a Medicare Advantage plan shouldn't be a "one and done".  We highly, highly recommend a good old review each fall performed by.... YOU!  You need to check with your doctors, your medications, your plan documents and more.  Don't want to deal with all of that? Don't enroll into Medicare Advantage. Call our team at 248-871-7756 to talk things through! 

Jul 31, 201902:44
"I don't pay for Medicare"

"I don't pay for Medicare"

Hilarious (to us!) how people just don't understand what they have, if they have, regarding Medicare coverage.  Listen in to the story..... 

Jul 30, 201903:45
Too good to be true?

Too good to be true?

We get it. Sometimes our Medigap plans sound too good to be true so they can be looked at with a tad of skepticism. Totally get it!
Jul 23, 201902:23
Group insurance coverage and Medicare!

Group insurance coverage and Medicare!

A hot topic these days as people work longer. Tune in to see if group insurance is better than Medicare or vice versa.
Jul 22, 201903:08
The Good and the Bad - Health insurance conversations

The Good and the Bad - Health insurance conversations

When our clients ultimately have a sickness (the bad), we often can deliver positive health insurance information (the good). That’s what we’re here for!
Jul 15, 201903:06
Scare Tactics

Scare Tactics

If you are approaching age 65, you will totally relate to this short clip.
Jul 02, 201902:31