How to choose a Medicare Advantage plan

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 compare plans, coverage, provider networks, and prescription drug benefits—plus common questions people ask when evaluating their options. Whether you’re new to Medicare or looking to change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period, this episode breaks down the process into easy steps so that you can feel comfortable with your decision.

Related to this Episode:

Visit the MediConnect website
Shop for Medicare Plans
Explore your Medicare coverage options (Medicare.gov)

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Guest Speaker

Lance OBrien

CEO of MediConnect

Lance O’Brien is the CEO of MediConnect, where he brings over a decade of experience helping people navigate Medicare. He began his career working directly with thousands of beneficiaries, later becoming a trainer and team leader dedicated to growing a knowledgeable team. Now he leads MediConnect with a focus on education and exceptional client experience. Inspired by his own mother’s struggles with prescription costs, Lance is passionate about making Medicare simple and accessible for everyone. Under his leadership, MediConnect hosts hundreds of seminars, webinars, and a weekly radio show, “The Inside Connection.”