What's Up With Medicare

Jonathan Burlison

Nebraska SHIP and SMP empowers, educates, and helps those who are eligible for Medicare, their families, and caregivers. Our podcast series will cover a variety of topics including who is eligible, the different types of Medicare coverage, the difference between private insurance and Medicare, Medicare fraud and scam prevention, and more! We have a statewide network of certified counselors and partner organizations who can meet one-on-one, assist with questions, provide support, and discuss potential Medicare fraud, error, or abuse.

  1. Ep 18: Financially Planning for Medicare

    Mar 5

    Ep 18: Financially Planning for Medicare

    Jonathan and Jack bring a brand new guest in this month, for a new perspecive on the issue of Medicare. Diene Klein, CFP, Senior Advisor with Pittenger & Anderson (and Nebrasksa SHIP and SMP volunteer) joins the show to discuss her professional experience in retirment planning specificially as it pertains to discussions surrounding Medicare decisions and costs.

    58 min
  2. A Guide to the Medicare and You 2026 Handbook

    Feb 4

    A Guide to the Medicare and You 2026 Handbook

    Jack and Jonathan are once again joined by volunteer Colleen Kozanne and go through a large but important document you likely received in the mail last Fall, the Guide to Medicare and You 2026. Jonathan and Colleen break down the content section by section, highlighting the most important information, common questions associated with it, and changes to note for 2026.

    1h 3m
  3. A virtual ticket to the Medicare Road Show

    10/08/2025

    A virtual ticket to the Medicare Road Show

    Jonathan and Jack get together to discuss the details and updates for 2026 he shared on the Department of Insurance/SHIP roadshow across Nebraska, including valuable information on changes to costs, dates, rules and laws heading into the Open Enrollment period.

    44 min
  4. Ep: 14 Happy Anniversary, Medicare

    08/06/2025

    Ep: 14 Happy Anniversary, Medicare

    On the 60th anniversary of the institution of Medicare, Jonathan takes Jack on a trip through time to understand this history of Medicare and how it has evolved, and the implications of that history for Medicare's modern-day issues.

    42 min
  5. Ep: 13 Jack's Pop Quiz

    07/01/2025

    Ep: 13 Jack's Pop Quiz

    Now that Jack and Jonathan are past a year doing this show together, it's time to check Jack's (and your) retention of Medicare basis. Take this quiz along with Jack and see if you can beat him in knowing the basics about Medicare so you're ready for the issues that may arise for yourself or your loved ones!

    44 min
  6. Ep 12: Idenitifying, Avoiding and Reporting Fraud

    06/04/2025

    Ep 12: Idenitifying, Avoiding and Reporting Fraud

    Jack, Jonathan and Colleen talks about the common schemes used by scammers on Medicare recipients from attempts to secure Medicare numbers to durable medical equipment deals that are too good to be true. Plus, how to avoid these and what you should do if you suspect you've been a victim of an actual or attempted fraud.

    39 min
  7. The Most Common FAQs About Medicare

    03/05/2025

    The Most Common FAQs About Medicare

    Jack and Jonathan are again joined by volunteer Colleen Ozanne and they identify and answer the most frequent questions posed to SHIP Nebraska's employees and volunteers about Medicare.

    43 min
  8. A look at financial assistance programs and new changes for 2025

    02/13/2025

    A look at financial assistance programs and new changes for 2025

    Jack and Jonathan dive into various Medicare financial assistance options that can be available for those who qualify and take a look at new and pending legislation that could bring about important changes for you in 2025.

    45 min
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4.3
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About

Nebraska SHIP and SMP empowers, educates, and helps those who are eligible for Medicare, their families, and caregivers. Our podcast series will cover a variety of topics including who is eligible, the different types of Medicare coverage, the difference between private insurance and Medicare, Medicare fraud and scam prevention, and more! We have a statewide network of certified counselors and partner organizations who can meet one-on-one, assist with questions, provide support, and discuss potential Medicare fraud, error, or abuse.

Information

  • Creator
    Jonathan Burlison
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026
  • Show Website
    What's Up With Medicare