United Medicare Advisors

10/27/2026

Do you know this month's trivia teaser?
On average, how many seeds are in a pumpkin?
A. 200
B. 500
C. 800
D. 1,000

Last month’s answer was: C. Los Angeles Rams

10/23/2026

About one-third of Medicare-eligible people use a licensed agent to help choose their plan every year — and you want to be able to trust the person helping you with the precious commodity of your health. Asking the right questions matters. Here are 5 things to ask before choosing your agent.

10/22/2026

Can I get dental and vision with Medicare? For this month's edition of Ask an Agent, we're taking an extended look at your dental and vision coverage options through Medicare and how we can help you make sure you know what's available.

Though original Medicare doesn't include dental or vision coverage,...

10/21/2026

If you're turning 65 in the next few months, Medicare mailers and phone calls are probably already filling your inboxes. To help keep things simple and cut through the noise, we broke down the enrollment process into a step-by-step checklist, from when to calculate your enrollment window to how to evaluate supplemental coverage options. Head to the comments to get the full list!

10/19/2026

Most Medicare-eligible couples stick together when picking a Medigap plan, but it’s not always a one-size-fits-all decision. We looked at our current database of customer enrollment and found the most common types of plans chosen when couples don’t have the same one. Here's a look at the cost comparisons for some of the most popular combinations — get the full data breakdown below.

10/15/2026

This week, the Social Security Administration announced an adjustment in the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027, meaning the average retirement benefit will increase by around $75 a month. Here's a quick look at the details. Any questions? Let us know in the comments!

10/14/2026

When you need surgery, it’s natural to worry about whether or not it'll be covered by your insurance. While Medicare covers many essential surgical procedures, what you'll be responsible for depends on whether the procedure is inpatient or outpatient, how long you stay in the hospital, and the type of procedure (whether it’s medically necessary or not).

Here's a look at coverage for some of the most common surgeries. Read up on all the details in the article in the comments.

10/12/2026

Medicare scams often spike during Annual Enrollment (October 15 to December 7), when bad actors pose as brokers to steal Medicare or Social Security numbers. While Medicare scams can be scary (and expensive), there are signs you can look out for to help you avoid being defrauded. Here are a few red flags to keep in mind.

10/09/2026

Since Original Medicare (Parts A and B) is a federal program, coverage and benefits are the same from state to state. But when it comes to other Medicare options, like Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Part D, plans can vary based on state, gender, and other demographic information. Here's a high-level look at which of your Medicare options are state-specific — head to the comments for all the details and tips on navigating coverage.

10/07/2026

Big news for Medicare Part B beneficiaries: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is issuing a one-time $90 Part B premium rebate to millions of eligible enrollees. Here's a look at the key takeaways — head to the comments for the rest of what you should know.