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Lighthearted Medicare advice and opinions from longtime expert Douglas B. Jones, CLU, RHU. Drawn from his book: Medicare for the Lazy Man (an Amazon best seller), Doug's advice provides a simple road map to the best Medicare insurance protection available on the market today!
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Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
When the junk mail floods in warning you that your "Medicare plan" should be shopped around, they are not talking about the plan Doug Jones recommended!
Also, enjoy a reading from the guide to Long Term Care Insurance.
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
For a cheap or free Part D drug plan, call: (866) 859-9084 -OR-
go to: https://www.wellcare.com/(your state)
Are Part D drug plan premiums trending down? The government says "YES", independent study says "NO"!
Finally, 25% of US medical students say they want to throw in the towel on medical school. Sissies? You decide...
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A++)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Here is a Medicare Advantage tutorial that may help the unfortunate victim.
What are the various benefits AND limitations of the MA plan?
What is the MOOP (Maximum Out Of Pocket) limit you may be stuck with?
How can I convince you to leave me alone?
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Also, take steps to thwart scammers targeting Medicare participants.
United Healthcare, the country's largest insurer, uses AI to limit treatment for recovering patients in order to fatten their already bulging bottom line.
Finally, Dominic Regina seeks to file a protest against his IRMAA penalty for a second, and possibly a third time!
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Same questioner: How can a Part D prescription drug plan cost $ZERO?
Also, a husband went into cardiac arrest while running. Now wants to dump his Medicare Advantage plan. Sorry sir, you should have made that change before your heart attack!
Finally: Air Force Amy! Enough said.
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Also, our buddy Steve uncovered the Medicare Advantage trial right: an escape hatch for victims of sleazy salesmen!
Client Jack learned from us how to use the government database to select the best drug plans for himself & the Mrs. You too can learn this valuable skill!
Finally, a very complimentary lady doctor named Logan learned a little about Medicare supplement plans - and then spun out of control into Left Field!
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Patients' surgical recovery times limited in order to boost profits in UHC Medicare Advantage plans, according to whistleblowers.
The VA in eastern Colorado has been accused of discarding orders for medical devices rather than appear to be slow in doing their jobs.
At least one black VA employee was called a "monkey" with accompanying arm movements. Justified? Who can say?
How many unpleasant (natural) ways are there to lower your blood pressure?
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Question: Is it possible that High Deductible Plan G is a good choice for a person with severe health problems?
Question: What are five important things to know about Medicare supplement plans?
Question: Age 65 and still working with company health insurance. Should I enroll in Medicare?
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
In-studio guest Randy describes the symptoms he experienced leading up to the heart bypass surgery he underwent.
Also hear about the unexpected complication he suffered and the miraculous results he gained from enduring this harrowing experience.
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A+)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Learn interesting details about the need for sleep and the effects of sleep deprivation.
Also, government bureaucrats contemplate reining in some of the most egregious excesses of those evil Medicare Advantage plans!
Contact me at: DBJ@MLMMailbag.com
(Most severe critic: A++)
Inspired by:
"MEDICARE FOR THE LAZY MAN 2023; Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!" on Amazon.com. Return to leave a short customer review & help future readers.
Official website: https://www.MedicareForTheLazyMan.com