Hitting 65 comes with a lot of big questions, and one of the biggest is figuring out Medicare. Between Advantage plans, supplemental coverage, and all the fine print, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s exactly why we’re having this conversation, so you can get clear answers and feel more confident about your choices.
Today, we’re sitting down with Daintee Hurst Dietz, an Independent Insurance Agent who’s been guiding people through Medicare for years. Daintee has a gift for making complicated topics easy to understand, and she’s passionate about helping people find what truly works for them. We talk about everything from what Medicare actually covers, to what happens if you miss an enrollment period, to how to figure out which plan fits your lifestyle best.
We also break down those confusing terms like deductibles and coinsurance, and Daintee shares how preventive services can actually save you money. If you’re nearing 65, supporting a parent, or just want to finally understand what all these plans mean, this episode will give you clarity and peace of mind.
Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Introduction.
[00:02:04] Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.
[00:04:54] Medicare enrollment process.
[00:09:12] Medicare coverage comparison process.
[00:14:58] Medicare financial management strategies.
[00:19:16] Medicare supplemental vs. Advantage plans.
[00:24:40] Medicare options and coverage.
[00:27:44] Supplemental vs. Commercial Plans.
[00:29:54] Medicare and Medicaid eligibility factors.
[00:33:22] Lifetime penalties for insurance coverage.
[00:38:17] Special enrollment periods explained.
[00:40:02] Chronic conditions and insurance coverage.
Memorable Quotes:
"99 times out of 100, the Medicare branch is a lot better, less expensive, more coverage and all that, but not always." – Daintee Hurst Dietz
"Thank goodness in major situations that I understood this stuff because people can get taken advantage of, people can get wrongly charged." – Daintee Hurst Dietz
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