Simplifying Medicare for You

04/17/2026

https://www.medicareagentstew.com/post/5-little-known-medicare-benefits-in-2026-that-could-save-california-seniors-thousands

Most people know Medicare covers hospital stays and doctor visits — but 2026 brought several powerful, under-the-radar benefits that many California beneficiaries are still missing out on.1. $2,100 Out-of-Pocket Cap on Prescription DrugsOnce you spend $2,100 out-of-pocket on covered medications in...

11/07/2025

Hi Friends! There is about 1 month left to make a change to your Medicare Advantage or Prescription Drug Plan for 2026. Annual Enrollment ends December 7, so if you are in California and are not happy or just want to review other plans available to you, give me a call or email me at stew@MedicareAgentStew.com. I am licensed and insured with the State of California.

Medicare is complicated, but I will make it easy for you.

11/24/2024

Finally, Social Security is improving your personalized benefits report! https://www.facebook.com/socialsecurity/posts/pfbid0333X7hTkaeaNwuBADMihhEAPFDH78HGAu3WZCu6UvoB1pwWTXvzpMYksfcwshVTPNl

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for millions of Americans will increase 2.5% in 2025. This year millions of people who receiv...

11/24/2024

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As we approach 2025, several significant changes to Medicare are set to take effect, impacting millions of beneficiaries across the United States. These changes are designed to improve coverage, reduce costs, and provide more stability for Medicare enrollees. Here are some of the key updates:1. $2,0...

09/04/2024

Are you aware of the changes effecting your Medicare plans in 2025? Check out my blog post to learn how to prepare now! https://wix.to/fQoxB9M

If you are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan or a stand-alone Prescription Drug Plan, you can expect to receive one or two Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) letters via mail or email in September regarding your coverage and costs for 2025. While it may be easy to dismiss these letters as unimportan...

07/30/2024

CMS has developed changes to streamline comprehensive care for dementia patients. Take a look at how the program works.

Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are devastating conditions for a person and their family and caregivers. The progressive course of dementia can threaten an individual’s autonomy, and families can be emotionally, physically, mentally, and financially strained. Often, a family member fin...

07/25/2024

If you're 65 or older, and use your employer's healthcare plan instead of enrolling into Medicare, you will want to read this. Starting January 1, 2025, employer plans may no longer be accepted as a way out of the late penalties because they will no longer pay as much as the new and improved Part D coverage. January 1 is when out-of-pocket maximums will be set at $2,000, and some of the previously accepted creditable employer plans will no longer meet the qualifying threshold.

https://www.newsweek.com/new-medicare-rule-could-force-seniors-switch-health-insurance-1928581?

A new update to Medicare coverage under the Inflation Reduction Act means seniors who delay joining Medicare could face additional hurdles.

04/07/2024

Important guide to help you understand cost-of-living increases in Social Security benefits for 2024!

How COLA, earnings, Medicare premiums affect benefits

03/22/2024

Great news for seniors looking to manage their weight! 🌟 Wegovy is now covered by Medicare. Ready to lower your heart disease and stroke risk? Click the link https://wix.to/59RSWNl for more information.

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01/30/2024

If you like to keep up with news about Medicare, take a look at this!

A bipartisan group of over 60 Senators asks CMS to protect and strengthen MA for seniors and people with disabilities who rely on it.

10/18/2023

Some of my clients ask me if I've always been in the insurance world. Nope! But I have always been an entrepreneur. Prior to becoming a Medicare Insurance broker, I founded an organic sweetener company named Nature's Agave and went to many food and spirits shows around the country. One of my more enjoyable ventures 2009 - 2017.

10/14/2023

The new Medicare premiums for 2024 have been announced. Part B premium will increase to $174.70. More details in this article from Kiplinger.

Medicare premiums for 2024 will increase. The cost of Medicare Part A Deductible, Medicare Part B and Part D premiums have increased.