At MediConnect, we understand how confusing and stressful Medicare can feel. Between mailers, advertisements, and constant policy updates, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of information. But here’s the good news—you don’t have to do it alone.
Each year, some Medicare plans are discontinued due to changes in carrier strategies, regulations, or reimbursement levels. For 2026, several national carriers, including UnitedHealthcare and Aetna, have already announced plan terminations. Other national and regional carriers may also follow with Service Area Reductions (SARs), meaning many beneficiaries could see changes to their current coverage. If your plan is affected, you may hear terms like SAR or crosswalk. But what do these mean, and how do they affect your coverage?
As we celebrate Grandparents Day, we take a moment to recognize the wisdom, care, and resilience of the older generation. Grandparents are the heart of many families, and at Mediconnect, we’re proud to serve as a trusted resource in helping them protect their health and navigate the complexities of Medicare.
As we’re in the midsts of the 2026 Annual Enrollment Priod (AEP), many Medicare beneficiaries are asking: What changes are coming, and how will they affect me? At Mediconnect, our role is to help you cut through the complexity and understand what these shifts mean for your coverage, your costs, and your options.
Each fall, millions of Medicare beneficiaries face one of the most important times of the year — the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). The AEP runs from October 15 through December 7, allows you to review your Medicare plan, compare options, and make any changes that will take effect on January 1.
Navigating Medicare can feel like learning a new language while juggling deadlines, paperwork, and advice from every direction. From confusing enrollment periods to misunderstood coverage gaps, even small mistakes can lead to big financial consequences.
AEP is here—and this year brings more changes than most. Lance and Alexie break down why so many Medicare beneficiaries are seeing plan changes (including Service Area Reductions), what the Inflation Reduction Act means for drug costs in 2026, and how to approach your annual review so you don’t lose coverage or overpay.
In this episode of Medicare Made Simple, Lance O’Brien and Lauren Yuran dig into the questions, confusion, and anxiety swirling around Medicare as we head into Annual Enrollment Period (AEP).
