Johnson Medicare Solutions, Inc

09/11/2026

Carriers Are Pulling Back for 2027

This year is not the year to procrastinate on Medicare enrollment decisions. Several insurance carriers are reducing their Medicare Advantage presence for 2027, and some plans will not be available for new enrollments through the usual broker channels.

The changes do not mean that Medicare has created a formal nationwide enrollment quota. However, carrier exits, plan cancellations, and non-commissionable plans may reduce the number of practical options available in some areas. If you need to make a change, starting early during the Annual Election Period may give you more time to compare coverage, provider networks, prescription formularies, and costs.

https://brianjohnson.solutions/this-is-not-the-year-to-procrastinate-medicare-enrollment-decisions

09/08/2026

Medicare Open Enrollment for 2027 coverage runs from October 15 through December 7, 2026.

Key Dates & Actions: October 15 – December 7, 2026: Review and make changes to your coverage. Changes take effect on January 1, 2027.

What you can do: Join, switch, or drop a Medicare Advantage plan (Part C) or prescription drug plan (Part D), or switch back to Original Medicare.

Review your mail: Watch for your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) letter sent by your plan in September detailing cost or coverage updates for the upcoming year.

Reach out to us to compare available options based on your specific needs.

09/04/2026

Here's How the Money Actually Works

Public discussions concerning Medicare Advantage often focus on the financial revenues generated by private insurance carriers. Are they getting rich off Medicare Advantage.

At Brian Johnson Solutions, our team provides educational clarity regarding how federal regulations govern these operations.

https://brianjohnson.solutions/are-insurance-companies-getting-rich-off-medicare-advantage/

09/02/2026

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09/01/2026

If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan through Humana, you will be receiving a non-renewal notice, Do not treat it like routine Medicare paperwork.

When the non-renewal notice arrives, these three steps can turn an unwanted disruption into a useful choice:

Read the notice immediately and mark every enrollment deadline it gives you, including any Special Enrollment Period (SEP) (see our lastest post on SEPs - https://brianjohnson.solutions/what-is-the-special-enrollment-period/) available because the coverage is ending.

If you have any questions regarding your plan, and especially if you are with Humana, reach out to us and we'll get you answers and find the right replacement plan for you.

Our service costs you nothing.

FULL ARTICLE: https://247wallst.com/personal-finance/2026/08/30/humana-is-cutting-medicare-advantage-plans-for-2027-the-non-renewal-letters-arrive-in-early-october/

08/28/2026

A Special Enrollment Period (SEP) exists for individuals whose Medicare Advantage provider network undergoes a transition. This specific SEP is categorized as a "Significant Change in Provider Network". It is intended to provide enrollment flexibility when a major hospital system or a large group of physicians terminates its contract with a Medicare Advantage plan.

https://brianjohnson.solutions/what-is-the-special-enrollment-period/

08/24/2026

While there will be another round of modest cost increases in 2027, there are no dramatic surprises in store for 2027.

If you have concerns, especially around income levels and IRMMA, reach out to us.

There is no cost to you.

Creating a fresh budget now could help you cover the higher cost of Medicare in the new year.

08/21/2026

Our team monitors federal legislative developments to keep clients informed about potential shifts in healthcare policies. This overview examines the Premiums Reduction Act of 2026 (H.R. 9709), detailing its core objectives, proposed structural changes to Medicare surcharges, estimated financial impacts, and the legislative process ahead.

READ MORE AT: https://brianjohnson.solutions/the-medicare-premiums-reduction-act-of-2026-explained/

08/17/2026

Medicare Advantage plans include several plan types designed for different eligibility groups. One type is the Chronic Condition Special Needs Plan, commonly called a C-SNP.

C-SNPs are Medicare Advantage plans for people with certain severe or disabling chronic conditions. Diabetes, chronic heart failure, and cardiovascular conditions are among the most common areas served by these plans.

The number of C-SNP options is changing in many areas, including parts of the Pacific Northwest.

Because plan availability can change each year, it is useful to understand how these plans work, who may qualify, and when enrollment is possible.

https://brianjohnson.solutions/medicares-chronic-condition-special-needs-c-snp-plans/

08/13/2026

Medicare decisions are personal: and where you live can make a difference in the plans and resources available to you.

Working with a local Medicare broker gives you more than a list of options. You receive personal guidance from someone who understands the community, listens to your concerns, and can help explain how Medicare may fit with your doctors, prescriptions, budget, retirement plans, or Medicaid coverage.

A local broker can help you:

Understand your Medicare choices
Compare available plan options
Review premiums, copays, networks, and drug coverage
Prepare for enrollment deadlines
Revisit your coverage when your needs change

Medicare can be confusing, and no single plan is right for everyone. Plan availability, costs, and benefits vary by location and individual circumstances, so take time to review your options carefully.

If you are turning 65, leaving employer coverage, or have both Medicare and Medicaid, Johnson Medicare Solutions is here to provide education and support: at no cost to you. Reach out with your questions. We are happy to help you navigate Medicare with greater confidence.