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Free Kayaks, Hidden Costs: Medicare Advantage Truths and Trade-Offs
Over half of everyone on Medicare is now enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan — roughly 35 million people. In this third episode of the Medicare Season Survival Guide series, Amy sits down with Medicare policy expert Gretchen Jacobson, PhD (Commonwealth Fund) to cut through the TV ads and "$0 premium" promises and explain what Medicare Advantage actually is, how it works, and the trade-offs involved — from prior authorizations to the truth about extras like dental care, transportation, and in some cases, even kayaks.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
• Medicare Advantage plans are private insurance plans paid…
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