Medicare Made Simple — What You Really Need to Know Before 65 | Boomers Bucks and Bling Episode 16

Welcome to Boomers Bucks and Bling, where retirement planning gets a modern (and sometimes thrilling) twist! 

In this episode, host Carl Spiteri sits down with Medicare expert Keith Burkowski to take the confusion out of one of the most important decisions retirees will face: signing up for Medicare.

Whether you’re approaching 65 or helping a loved one through the process, this episode is your crash course in Medicare must-knows.

💡 In This Episode:
- What each Medicare part (A, B, C, and D) actually covers
 -When to enroll (and what happens if you miss the window)
 -The difference between Medicare Advantage and Supplement (Medigap)
- Common mistakes that lead to lifetime penalties
 - How income affects your monthly Medicare premiums
 - Real-world examples of how coverage works in emergency situations
 - What retirees really need to consider when picking a plan

 Keith also shares tips on choosing between HMOs and supplemental plans, how to avoid surprise out-of-pocket costs, and how Medicare planning ties into retirement stability and reverse mortgage options.

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Guest Info:
 Keith Burkowski – Medicare & Medicaid Expert
 Email: kbetko@icloud.com
 Phone: (415) 971-0384
 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithbvhs15/ 

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 Got questions or topics you want covered? Drop them in the comments or visit https://carlspiteri.com