Insurance Enrollment Center

06/22/2026

🚨Don't ignore Prescription Drug Coverage

Even if you don't take medications now, delaying Part D coverage could lead to:
-Future penalties
-Higher costs later
It's worth reviewing your options.
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06/20/2026

What Happens to your health insurance when you retire?
Retirement is exciting but sometimes it comes with a health insurance questions.

Get to know options:

⁠1️⃣ Does your employer have a retiree plan?

2️⃣ ACA Marketplace plan if you're under 65
Retirement counts as a qualifying life event, giving you a Special Enrollment Period. You may also qualify for subsidies based on income.

3️⃣ Medicare if you're 65 or older
Enrollment starts 3 months before your 65th birthday. Don't delay enrollment.

The right path depends on your age, your income, and your health situation.

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06/18/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is why we do what we do.
"I can't say enough to adequately describe how much I appreciate the way Valentina went above and beyond her responsibilities in helping me handle my elderly dad's medical insurance needs...."

Helping parents navigate Medicare and medical insurance can feel overwhelming especially when you're doing it from a distance or juggling it with everything else on your plate.That's exactly where we come in. Whether it's advocating with carriers, coordinating with providers, or simply explaining what's covered we're here for the whole journey, not just the enrollment paperwork.
Thank you, for trusting us with something so important. 💙
Need help navigating insurance for yourself or a loved one? We're one call away.
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06/15/2026

Medicare Part B covers a lot but it doesn't cover everything. And the gaps surprise people.

What Part B DOES cover:
✅ Doctor visits and specialist appointments
✅ Outpatient procedures and surgeries
✅ Lab tests and diagnostic imaging
✅ Durable medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers)
✅ Preventive services (mammograms, colonoscopies, flu shots)

What Part B does NOT cover:
❌ Prescription drugs (you need Part D for that)
❌ Dental, vision, and hearing
❌ Long-term care or custodial care
❌ Care outside the U.S.

Those gaps are exactly why Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans exist to fill what original Medicare leaves behind.

Not sure what you're missing? Call us today!

06/12/2026

Turning 65 soon and still working?
Here's what most people don't know:
If your employer offers health insurance, you may be able to delay Medicare Part B without penalties as long as you have qualifying employer coverage.
The number of employees at your company can affect whether your employer is required to offer coverage, but if they do have a group plan in place, you're generally protected from late enrollment penalties while you're actively covered.
Where it gets tricky:
⚠️ Not all employer plans count as "qualifying coverage" under Medicare's rules
⚠️ COBRA and retiree coverage do NOT protect you from penalties
⚠️ Once your employer coverage ends, you have a limited Special Enrollment Period to sign up, missing it means penalties and gaps.
Every situation is different. Understanding your options before you turn 65 can save you from unexpected costs and permanent penalties.
Not sure what applies to you? A quick Medicare review can help you make an informed decision.
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06/10/2026

The average group health insurance premium increases 5–8% per year.

Most employers just renew.

Over 5 years, that's a compounding cost increase that never gets questioned, because reviewing it feels like work, and nobody has time for extra work.

A 25-person company paying $6,000/year per employee that never shops their plan could be overpaying by $40,000–$80,000 annually compared to competitive rates in their market.

A broker review takes one meeting. The savings can fund another hire.

We do free group plan reviews for employers in AZ and CA. No obligation, no pressure just the data you need to make an informed decision.

06/08/2026

What's the difference between Medicare Advantage and a Medicare Supplement plan?

Here's the short version:
Medicare Advantage (Part C)
- Replaces Original Medicare
- Usually $0 or low monthly premium
- Has networks (HMO or PPO)
- Includes drug coverage in most plans
- Out-of-pocket costs vary by usage

Medicare Supplement (Medigap)
- Works alongside Original Medicare
- Higher monthly premium
- See any doctor that accepts Medicare
- Predictable out-of-pocket costs
- Need separate Part D for drugs

Neither is universally better, it depends entirely on your health, your doctors, and your financial situation.

Do you want side by side comparison specific to YOUR situation? That's exactly what we do. Call us today!

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06/05/2026

⏰ Turning 65 soon? There's a deadline you need to know about.
Most people assume Medicare enrollment is automatic. It's not and missing your window can cost you.
Here's what happens if you miss your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP):
🔴 Part B penalty: 10% added to your premium for every 12-month period you were eligible but didn't enroll.
🔴 Part D penalty: 1% of the national base premium for every month without drug coverage.
Your IEP is a 7-month window:
→ 3 months before your 65th birthday
→ Your birthday month
→ 3 months after
Miss it and you wait until General Enrollment (January–March) and pay the penalty for life.
If you or someone you know is turning 65 in the next 6 months, now is the time to act.
📞 Call us free: 888-840-3181
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06/03/2026

Valentina Gatewood is a California Medicare broker located in Long Beach. Valentina is licensed to sell Medicare insurance in CA, AZ, ID and NJ.