Wade Lashley, Medicare Insurance Broker
About Me
I'm focused on helping people make sense of Medicare. I'm 9 years into this and have literally helped hundreds of people along the way. I'd be glad to assist you as well. I offer both Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans from multiple companies providing you with a variety of coverage choices to best meet your unique needs and monthly budget.
It's obvious that you would want to work with someone you can trust when making important decisions about Medicare but you also need someone who is here for the long haul and that's me. I'm just a phone call away anytime throughout the year to answer your questions or address any concerns you might have. Reach out today for a no obligation review of your Medicare options.
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Q&A with Wade Lashley
My kids keep telling me to get a Medicare Advantage plan, but my friends say stick with Original Medicare. Who should I listen to?
Answer: Ultimately it's a choice you have to make yourself. Other people's opinions can be helpful but how much do they really know about Medicare? There are pros and cons to both options. If your uncertain as to which is the right choice for your needs I'd recommend contacting a Local Agent to clarify the differences between the two so that you can make an informed decision.
What's a red flag in a phone call that it might be a Medicare scam targeting my personal info?
Answer: Anyone calling claiming to be from Medicare or Social Security and asking for personal info. Medicare will only contact you by phone if you have requested a call back.
How does life insurance contribute to financial planning?
Answer: The death benefit is a great way to replace lost income due to the unexpected passing of a spouse or loved one. The cash value of permanent insurance that accumulates over time can be used to supplement retirement income.
Does Medicare cover weight-loss programs or bariatric surgery if I’m classified as obese?
Answer: Obesity behavioral therapy
If you have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more, Medicare covers obesity
screenings and behavioral counseling to help you lose weight by focusing on
diet and exercise. Medicare covers this counseling if your primary care doctor
or other primary care provider gives the counseling in a primary care setting
(like a doctor’s office), where they can coordinate your personalized plan with
your other care.
From Medicare.gov: Medicare covers some bariatric surgical procedures, like gastric bypass surgery and laparoscopic banding surgery when you meet certain conditions related to morbid obesity. I'd consult your PCP for more info.