Medicare Education & Resources from James Kaufer
Plain-English guides on the Medicare questions I get asked most often — enrollment timing, plan differences, and the details that trip people up. Posts below pull automatically from my Medium page, and this library will keep growing as more of my Medicare writing is added.
Getting Started with Medicare
Where to begin if you're new to Medicare, turning 65, or just trying to understand the basics.
New to Medicare? Where to Start
A starting point for anyone newly eligible, turning 65, or losing employer coverage.
A Plain-English Guide to Medicare
The full overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D.
Medicare Enrollment Periods Explained
IEP, GEP, AEP, MA OEP, and Special Enrollment Periods, made simple.
Comparing Your Coverage Options
Understanding the tradeoffs between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement.
Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement
A genuinely educational, side-by-side comparison.
Interactive Decision Guide
Answer a few questions to see which coverage structure may deserve a closer look.
Special Situations
Medicare questions that come up in specific, common circumstances.
How Medicare Works When You Turn 65 But Keep Working
Employer coverage, HSAs, creditable coverage, and enrollment timing.
Understanding Medicare IRMAA
How income can affect your Part B and Part D premiums.
Latest From James Kaufer
More Medicare writing, pulled automatically from Medium. This is also where additional articles will appear as they're added directly to jameskaufer.com.
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