Free Monthly Webinar — Nationwide

Turning 65 or Retiring Soon? Don't Enroll in Medicare Until You Watch This Free Webinar

Avoid costly lifetime penalties, keep your doctors, and choose the right coverage — without confusion or sales pressure.
  • What Medicare really covers — and the gaps that could leave you exposed to large medical bills
  • How to avoid lifetime penalties that permanently increase your costs every year
  • The real difference between Medicare Advantage and Supplements, explained simply
  • How to lower your total healthcare costs — not just your monthly premium

📅 Wednesday, April 1, 2026

💻 Zoom · Free

🕖 7:00 PM Eastern

🗺️ Open Nationwide

Reserve My Spot — It's Free
No cost · No pressure · Educational only · Recording sent to all registrants

Paul Barrett

Independent Medicare Specialist · 18 Years

📅 Wednesday, April 1, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM Eastern · ~60 minutes
💻 Live on Zoom — link sent after registration
📹 Recording emailed within 48 hours
🗺️ Open Nationwide
Sessions held monthly. Can’t make April? Register and we’ll notify you of the next date.
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  • 🔒 Your information is never sold or shared.
  • 18 Years Medicare-Only
  • 5,000+ Clients Guided
  • 40+ Insurance Carriers Represented
  • Licensed in 34 States
  • Independent — Not Captive to Any Carrier

Webinar Agenda

What We Cover in 60 Minutes

Each session follows the same core curriculum, with time reserved at the end for your live questions.

01

Medicare 101 — The Four Parts Explained

Parts A, B, C, and D in plain English: what each covers, what each costs, and where the gaps in Original Medicare are that most people don't discover until a major health event.

02

Medigap vs. Medicare Advantage

The fundamental trade-off between predictable, low out-of-pocket costs and lower monthly premiums — and a clear decision framework for your health needs and budget.

03

Enrollment Windows & Penalty Rules

The specific deadlines that trigger permanent lifetime premium surcharges on Parts B and D — including the employer-coverage exceptions that confuse most people approaching retirement.

04

2026 Costs — The Real Numbers

Current official figures: Part B premium, Part A deductible, out-of-pocket maximums, and the Part D cap — so you know exactly what the government charges before any plan is chosen.

05

The 5 Most Common Medicare Mistakes

Real scenarios where people enrolled at the wrong time, chose the wrong structure for their situation, or permanently lost protections they can never recover.

06

Live Q&A — Your Questions, Answered

Submit questions in real time. Every question gets addressed. No question is too basic, and none will be deflected to a follow-up sales call.

Is This For Me?

This Webinar Is Built For…

No prior Medicare knowledge required. If any of the following describes you, you’re in the right place.

Turning 65 in the Next 12–18 Months

Your Initial Enrollment Period opens three months before your birthday. This session explains exactly when to act — and what your options are before that window closes.

Retiring & Leaving Employer Coverage

The rules around delaying Part B while covered by an employer plan are specific and commonly misunderstood. Getting this wrong means lifetime premium penalties with no way to undo them.

Already on Medicare, Re-Evaluating

If your costs have risen, your doctor left your network, or you've heard about plan types you weren't offered when you first enrolled — this session gives you an objective framework to evaluate your options.

Helping a Parent Navigate Medicare

Adult children often have more questions than the parent does. This session is designed to help you ask the right questions and understand the answers on their behalf.

Located Anywhere in Our 34 Licensed States

The core Medicare curriculum — plan types, cost structures, enrollment rules, and decision frameworks — is federal and applies nationally. State-specific nuances are addressed in Q&A.

Frustrated by Sales-Driven "Seminars"

If you've attended a Medicare event that felt more like a pitch than a class, this is different. Education is the entire point. No plan will be named, promoted, or pushed during this session.

How It Works

What to Expect

Education Only — No Sales Presentation

This is a Medicare education session, not a sales event. No plan, product, or enrollment action will be promoted. The goal is to make sure you understand your options clearly before any decision is made.

Accurate, Current 2026 Medicare Information

Everything presented reflects official 2026 Medicare figures as published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — premiums, deductibles, cost-sharing limits, and enrollment rules.

Plain Language — No Prior Knowledge Required

Medicare terminology is defined when it comes up. Whether you've never looked at Medicare before or you've been enrolled for years, the session is structured to meet you where you are.

Real Live Q&A — Answered On the Spot

The final portion of every session is reserved for your questions. They are read aloud and answered directly during the webinar — not deferred to a follow-up conversation.

Full Recording Sent Within 48 Hours

Every registered attendee receives the complete recording by email. Rewatch a section, pause at your own pace, or share it with a spouse or family member who couldn't join live.

No Follow-Up Pressure — You're in Control

Registering does not sign you up for any sales contact. If you'd like a private one-on-one consultation after attending, that option is available at your request and only your request.

Independent Medicare Broker

Licensed in 34 States · 40+ Carriers

Your Host

Paul Barrett

Founder, The Modern Medicare Agency

"I got into Medicare not because it was easy — but because it was confusing, even for insurance professionals. That needed to change."
Early in my career, I watched too many people get guided into coverage that served an agent’s commission schedule more than their actual health situation. Going independent was the only way to change that dynamic.
For 18 years, I’ve specialized exclusively in Medicare — no life insurance quotas, no other product lines pulling my attention. Medicare is all I do, working with clients across more than 34 states. That breadth means I can focus entirely on matching people to the right structure for their circumstances, not fitting them into a limited product lineup.
This monthly webinar is the same session I’d give a friend or family member who asked me to explain Medicare honestly — with no sales objective in the room.

18

Years Medicare‑Only

5,000+

Clients Guided

40+

Carriers Represented

34

States Licensed

From Past Attendees

What People Say After Attending

Attendees from coast to coast — people turning 65, recent retirees, and long-enrolled Medicare recipients looking for clarity.
“I’d been dreading the whole Medicare process for months. After one session I finally understood what I was looking at. Paul explains things like a teacher, not a salesman — I left with a clear picture instead of more confusion.”

Susan M.

Retired Teacher · Long Island, NY

“I’ve been enrolled for four years and never fully understood what I signed up for. The webinar gave me the framework to actually evaluate my situation objectively. Nobody pushed me toward anything — Paul just laid out the facts.”

Robert K.

Retired · Charlotte, NC

“My husband and I watched the recording together and had a full page of notes ready when we followed up. It was the most prepared we’d ever felt walking into an insurance conversation. Highly recommend to anyone approaching Medicare.”

Carol D.

Turning 65 · Scottsdale, AZ

Client reviews

What People Say About Paul

Watch how people just like you got clarity, avoided expensive mistakes, and felt confident choosing the right Medicare plan — without confusion or pressure.
Most people don’t realize how complicated Medicare can be until it’s too late — and by then, one wrong decision can cost thousands.
In this free webinar, you’ll learn how to avoid common mistakes, understand your options clearly, and make the right choice for your situation with confidence. .
There’s no pressure, no confusing jargon — just straightforward guidance to help you make a smart, informed decision

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If your question isn’t here, bring it to the live Q&A — that’s exactly what it’s there for.
Yes, completely free. There is no registration fee and nothing will be sold during the session. This is a Medicare education class. You will not be asked for payment, insurance information, or to enroll in anything — before, during, or after.
Yes — especially if your premiums have increased significantly, your provider network has changed, or you’ve been hearing about plan types that weren’t presented when you first enrolled. The webinar covers the structural trade-offs between plan types in detail, which is useful for evaluating your current coverage.
Only if you request one. Registering for the webinar does not authorize any follow-up sales contact. Your information is used only to send the Zoom link, reminders, and recording. If you’d like a private consultation after attending, that option is available — but entirely at your discretion.
Yes — particularly if retirement is within the next one to three years. The rules around coordinating Medicare with employer coverage are specific and frequently misunderstood. Knowing them early helps you avoid enrollment mistakes that result in permanent lifetime penalties.
Bring it to the live Q&A. Paul works with clients across 34 states and regularly addresses state-specific questions during the session. If your situation is complex enough to warrant a private conversation, that can be arranged as a no-cost, no-obligation follow-up.
Register anyway. All registered attendees receive the full recording within 48 hours regardless of whether they attended live. Sessions are also held monthly, so you’ll be notified when the next date opens.
Not at all. Paul is licensed in 34 states and serves clients nationally. The core Medicare content — enrollment rules, plan structures, cost-sharing, and penalty rules — is federal law and applies across the country. Where state-specific rules differ in meaningful ways, those distinctions are addressed during the session or in Q&A.
Approximately 60 minutes — roughly 45 minutes of structured content and 15 minutes of live Q&A. Sessions occasionally run a few minutes longer when there are many questions, but rarely beyond 75 minutes. You’ll receive the full recording either way.
Absolutely. Many attendees join on behalf of a family member or watch the recording together afterward. You’re welcome to register multiple household members — each at no cost — so everyone can attend live or receive the recording separately.
It’s a fair question to ask — and the right one. Paul has built his practice entirely on referrals and trust over 18 years. No specific plan will be named, priced, or recommended during the webinar. You’re welcome to attend, learn, and leave with no next step required. The format is structured as a class, not a presentation — and the Q&A reflects that.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026 · 7:00 PM Eastern · Free · Open to all 34 licensed states
  • No cost — no credit card required
  • Open to residents of all 34 licensed states
  • Recording sent within 48 hours, even if you miss the live session
  • Your contact information is never sold or shared
  • No follow-up sales calls unless you request one
  • Sessions held monthly — miss April, we'll see you in May

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