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Medicare for the Record

Hosted by UPMC for Life · health · EN · 9 episodes

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About this Podcast:

Welcome to Medicare for the Record, brought to you by UPMC for Life!Join Stacy Smith and Patrice King Brown, your trusted guides to all things Medicare. Whether you're enrolling for the first time, exploring new coverage options, or just want the latest Medicare news, we’ve got you covered. No fluff, no jargon—just real conversations to help you make informed decisions. We want to help you navigate Medicare with confidence. So, grab a cup of coffee and let’s set the record straight on Medicare!Watch episodes and find more information at upmchealthplan.com/fortherecordUPMC for Life is a product of and operated by UPMC Health Plan Inc., UPMC Health Network Inc., UPMC Health Benefits Inc., UPMC for You Inc., and UPMC Health Coverage Inc.

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18%

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Selective

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What is Medicare for the Record about?

Welcome to Medicare for the Record, brought to you by UPMC for Life! Join Stacy Smith and Patrice King Brown, your trusted guides to all things Medicare. Whether you're enrolling for the first time, exploring new coverage options, or just want the latest Medicare news, we’ve got you covered.

What has Medicare for the Record covered recently?

Recent episodes include "How do I choose the right Medicare plan for me?" (13 October 2026, 16 minutes), "What’s changing with Medicare prescription drug coverage in 2027" (6 October 2026, 22 minutes), and "What's changing with Medicare Advantage plans in 2027" (29 September 2026, 9 minutes).

How often does Medicare for the Record publish?

Medicare for the Record publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 14 minutes across 9 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Medicare for the Record?

Booking probability for Medicare for the Record is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Medicare for the Record requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Medicare for the Record's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Medicare for the Record?

The strongest fits for Medicare for the Record are Insurance Companies and Insurance Agencies & Brokers. Medicare for the Record has a health audience.

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Medicare for the Record is a health show with 9 episodes published.

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  • Medicare for the Record

    How do I choose the right Medicare plan for me?

    Oct 13, 202616 min

    Choosing a Medicare plan can feel overwhelming—between Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement plans, prescription drug coverage, provider networks, premiums, and extra benefits, many people experience real decision...

  • Medicare for the Record

    What’s changing with Medicare prescription drug coverage in 2027

    Oct 6, 202622 min

    Medicare prescription drug coverage changes every year—and 2027 is no exception. Whether you're wondering what a formulary is, how generics and biosimilars work, or whether Medicare covers weight loss drugs, this...

  • Medicare for the Record

    What's changing with Medicare Advantage plans in 2027

    Sep 29, 20269 min

    Medicare Advantage is changing in 2027, and understanding what is happening before the Annual Enrollment Period could affect your coverage, costs, and care. In this episode of "Medicare for the Record," hosts Patrice...

  • Medicare for the Record

    Extra benefits to look for in a Medicare Advantage plan

    Nov 10, 202510 minS0

    In the final episode of “Medicare for the Record,” hosts Patrice King Brown and Stacy Smith sit down with Katie Rombach, Director of Program Management for Medicare at UPMC Health Plan, to unpack the extra benefits that...

  • Medicare for the Record

    How Medicare Advantage plans provide extra support for veterans

    Nov 3, 20257 minS0

    In this special edition of “Medicare for the Record,” hosts Patrice King Brown and Stacy Smith speak with Chris Preffer, Director of Program Innovation and Improvement at UPMC Health Plan and a 22-year Air Force...

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  • Medicare for the Record

    Whole-person care with Medicare Advantage plans

    Oct 27, 202515 minS0

    In this episode, hosts Patrice King Brown and Stacy Smith talk with Cynthia Lentz, AVP of Care Management and Clinical Business Operations at UPMC Health Plan, about what it means to receive whole-person care through a...

  • Medicare for the Record

    What Medicare star ratings mean and the importance of preventive care

    Oct 20, 202511 minS0

    In this episode, hosts Patrice King Brown and Stacy Smith are joined by Ally Thomas, AVP of Quality Improvement at UPMC Health Plan, to explain how Medicare uses a five-star rating system to measure the quality of...

  • Medicare for the Record

    Understanding Medicare costs

    Oct 13, 202515 minS0

    In this episode, Patrice King Brown and Stacy Smith chat with Kendra White, Director of Community Engagement for Medicare at UPMC Health Plan, to break down the most common out-of-pocket costs Medicare Advantage members...

  • Medicare for the Record

    How to choose a Medicare Advantage plan

    Oct 6, 202524 minS0

    In episode 3, hosts Stacy Smith and Patrice King Brown sit down with Lance O’Brien, CEO of MediConnect, to discuss what to look for when shopping for a Medicare Advantage plan. Lance shares expert advice on how to...

  • Medicare for the Record

    All about Medicare Part D prescription coverage in 2026

    Sep 29, 202521 minS0

    In this episode, Patrice and Stacy welcome Lauren Zandier, Director of Clinical Pharmacy at UPMC Health Plan, to explain recent and upcoming changes to Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. Lauren walks listeners...

  • Medicare for the Record

    Everything you need to know about upcoming Medicare changes

    Sep 22, 202519 minS0

    In the first episode of “Medicare for the Record,” hosts Patrice King Brown and Stacy Smith are joined by Angie Moczan, Chief Operations Officer for UPMC Medicare Products, to break down key changes coming to Medicare...

  • Medicare for the Record

    Welcome to Medicare for the Record

    Sep 15, 20250 minS0

    Welcome to Medicare for the Record, brought to you by UPMC for Life! Join Stacy Smith and Patrice King Brown, your trusted guides to all things Medicare. As former newscasters, they’ve spent years bringing you the...

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