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EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 22 MIN

The Rising Tide of Medicare Supplement Birthday Rules — What Seniors Need to Know

from Medicare Made Simple with Craig Smith · host cs9722

Are you enrolled in a Medicare Supplement plan? More states are adopting the Medicare Supplement Birthday Rule — and it could give you the opportunity to switch to a better Medigap plan without medical underwriting.In this episode, Craig Smith — independent Medicare broker serving New York, New Jersey, and nationwide — breaks down everything you need to know about the Medicare Supplement Birthday Rule.Topics covered:- What the Medicare Supplement Birthday Rule is and how it works- Which 17 states currently have the Birthday Rule- Which states have it pending, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania- The trade-offs policyholders need to know- How New York's guaranteed issue protections compareBook a free Medicare consultation: https://csmedicare.radiusbob.com/appointments/turning65Call Craig directly: 929-499-2898Visit: https://csmithinsurancegroup.comWe do not offer every plan available in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE for information on all options.

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