LEARN AND COMPARE
Medicare Education and Resources
Medicare has a lot of moving parts — enrollment periods, plan types, and coverage options that can vary by county. Whether you're approaching 65 or reviewing a plan you've had for years, this is a good place to start.
We've put together webinars, articles, and videos to address some common Medicare questions, with no jargon. When you're ready to talk through your specific situation, we're a phone call or email away.
EVENTS
Upcoming Webinars and Events
Our advisors host free educational webinars and in-person sessions throughout the year. These are learning events, designed for Q & A. For specific plan reviews and enrollments, connect with a member of our team 1:1.
Topics include:
Medicare Basics
Alphabet Soup: Understanding Parts A, B, C, and D
Preparing for Your Initial Enrollment Period
Annual Enrollment Period Timelines and Updates
ARTICLES
Medicare Articles and Guides
Our blog covers the questions we hear most often from credit union members. Start with whatever matches where you are right now. Have a question we haven't addressed? Connect with anyone on our team.
VIDEOS
Video Library
Short explanations from our Medicare advisors on the topics that come up most. Each one is a few minutes — enough to answer a specific question without overwhelming you with everything at once.
Medicare isn't free — but knowing what to expect makes it a lot easier to plan. Get a clear picture of what you're likely to pay before you enroll.
Most people focus on the monthly premium and stop there. But Medicare costs include deductibles, copays, and out-of-pocket expenses that vary depending on the plan you choose. This video gives you a realistic sense of what to budget for so you can go into enrollment prepared.
Ready to look at costs specific to your situation? Schedule a free consultation with one of our advisors.
Medicare Advantage is a different way to get your coverage — but it comes with tradeoffs worth understanding before you choose.
Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurance companies and cover everything Original Medicare does, plus sometimes more. But the networks, costs, and rules are different. This video breaks down what sets them apart so you can make a more informed comparison.
If you're not sure which direction makes sense for your doctors and budget, our advisors can walk through the options with you at no cost.
Your relationship with your doctor matters. Whether that continues depends on the plan you choose — and it's worth checking before you commit.
Not every Medicare plan covers every provider. Depending on whether you choose Original Medicare, a Supplement plan, or Medicare Advantage, your current doctors may or may not be in-network. This video walks through what to look for so you're not surprised after enrollment.
Our advisors check provider networks as part of every consultation. Schedule a free appointment and we'll look up your specific doctors.
There's one mistake that comes up again and again — and it's almost always avoidable. Find out what it is before it costs you.
Some Medicare mistakes are easily corrected. Others come with permanent late-enrollment penalties that follow you for as long as you have coverage. This video covers the most common one we see and what you can do to avoid it.
If you're not sure where you stand, our advisors are a good first call. Schedule a free consultation — no commitment required.
There's no single right answer — the best plan depends on your doctors, your medications, and how you use coverage. Here's what to think through.
Comparing Medicare plans isn't just about finding the lowest premium. Your doctors, your prescriptions, where you travel, and what coverage you need beyond Original Medicare all factor in. This video covers the key questions to ask so you're comparing plans on what actually matters to you.
When you're ready to look at your specific options, our advisors can walk through them with you for free.
Even if you don't take many prescriptions today, skipping drug coverage has consequences. Find out what's at stake before you opt out.
Part D — Medicare's prescription drug coverage — is optional, but declining it without qualifying coverage elsewhere can trigger a late enrollment penalty later. This video covers what to consider so you're not making that decision without the full picture.
Have questions about how your current prescriptions factor in? Schedule a free consultation and we'll look at your specific medications.
Turning 65 is the typical trigger — but it's not always required right away. Whether you need to enroll depends on your situation.
If you're still working and covered through an employer, or covered through a spouse's plan, you may be able to delay Medicare without penalty. The rules vary, and the details matter. This video helps you figure out where you stand before your 65th birthday arrives.
Not sure what applies to you? Our advisors can help you sort it out — at no cost.
Your enrollment window is a specific period of time — and missing it can mean permanent late penalties. Know when it opens and how long you have.
Your Initial Enrollment Period opens three months before your 65th birthday and closes three months after. Missing that window without qualifying coverage elsewhere can result in permanent premium penalties. This video walks through the timeline so you know exactly when to act.
If your window is coming up soon, schedule time with an advisor now — we'll make sure you don't miss it.
Michela has been helping credit union members work through Medicare decisions for over a decade. Watch this short intro before you book time with her.
Michela is known for making complicated topics feel manageable. She works with credit union members across multiple states and takes the time to understand your full picture — your doctors, your prescriptions, and what coverage actually makes sense for your life.
Schedule a free consultation with Michela when you're ready.
Tammy spent years with Blue Cross and Blue Shield before focusing on Medicare advisory work. Watch this short intro before you book a free appointment.
Tammy brings more than two decades of healthcare experience to every consultation. She spent several years with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota before turning her focus to Medicare — and she knows how to match people with coverage that actually fits their needs.
Schedule a free consultation with Tammy when you're ready.
Tom is one of the TruLync advisors helping credit union members compare and enroll in Medicare plans. Watch this short intro, then schedule a free appointment.
Tom works with credit union members across multiple states, helping people compare plans and enroll with confidence. Whether you're approaching Medicare for the first time or want a second look at your current coverage, he's ready to help.
Schedule a free consultation with Tom when you're ready.
COMPARE PLANS
How to Compare Medicare Plans
Comparing Medicare plans means looking at more than monthly premiums. Your doctors, your prescriptions, where you travel, what coverage you need beyond Original Medicare — it all factors in.
And because Medicare rates are standardized, the plan options available to you are the same regardless of where you go for help. What's different is who helps you sort through them.
Our licensed advisors review your full picture — not just cost, but how a plan fits your life — and walk you through what's available in your area. There's no cost for this, ever.
You can also look up plan information directly at Medicare.gov. We don't represent every plan listed there, but it can be a useful starting point.