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Medicare doesn’t cover everything — and the surprise bills can wreck retirement plans fast. Watch these real stories and learn how to avoid the same mistakes.
Carol’s $13,000 Mistake - One accident, $13,000 bill. Medicare pays ~80% without supplement.
Bob’s Lifetime Penalty - Missed enrollment = $40 monthly penalty for life.
Linda’s $9,000 Out-of-Pocket & Closed Doors - Switched to Advantage, diagnosed with rare cancer, blocked from top hospitals.
George’s Nursing Home Shock - Medicare doesn’t cover long-term care. Real cost: $120k/year.
Henry’s Promise & $80,000 Burden - Home dementia care drained savings; simple policy could’ve protected him.
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