07/22/2026
Question I get asked a lot π
"My husband is still on his company health plan
but he's retiring soon. What do we do about Medicare?"
Great news β you're protected.
As long as you're covered under an active employer
health plan, Medicare's late enrollment penalties
don't apply to you. You have what's called a
Special Enrollment Period.
Here's what most people don't know though β
When employer coverage ends you have just 63 days
to lock in a Medicare Supplement plan at guaranteed
rates. No medical questions. No denials.
Wait longer than that and insurance companies can
charge you more based on your health history.
So the time to start comparing plans is BEFORE
retirement β not after.
If you or your spouse is approaching retirement
and wondering about Medicare timing, let's talk
soon.
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