Explore every episode of the podcast Dr. Ed Weir: Social Security & Medicare
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Survivor Benefits: Understanding Your Options | 21 oct. 2026 | 00:17:06 | |
Dr. Ed introduces Social Security survivor benefits and the questions families can review when considering their options. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/spouse. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Changing Your Medicare Coverage: When and How to Switch | 19 oct. 2026 | 00:08:14 | |
Dr. Ed discusses reviewing your Medicare coverage and understanding the enrollment opportunities that may apply before making a change. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/T65. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Social Security Overpayments: Understanding the Notice | 16 oct. 2026 | 00:05:23 | |
Dr. Ed explains what a Social Security overpayment notice means and why reviewing the notice carefully is an important first step. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Understanding Spouse and Divorced-Spouse Benefits | 14 oct. 2026 | 00:17:01 | |
Dr. Ed introduces Social Security benefits based on a spouse or former spouse’s work record and the questions to review before applying. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/spouse. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Medigap: Understanding Medicare Supplement Coverage | 12 oct. 2026 | 00:09:08 | |
Dr. Ed explains how Medicare supplement coverage fits alongside Original Medicare and what to consider when comparing your options. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/T65. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Applying for Disability: Building Your Medical Evidence | 09 oct. 2026 | 00:10:45 | |
Dr. Ed discusses organizing medical evidence and describing how a condition affects everyday activities when applying for disability benefits. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| How Your Social Security Retirement Benefit Is Calculated | 07 oct. 2026 | 00:09:19 | |
Dr. Ed explains the building blocks of a Social Security retirement benefit and the questions to consider before choosing when to file. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/retire. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage: Comparing Your Options | 05 oct. 2026 | 00:06:46 | |
Dr. Ed Weir compares the two main Medicare coverage paths, including networks, referrals, prior authorization and out-of-pocket costs. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/T65. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Preparing for a Disability Review: Your CDR Journal | 02 oct. 2026 | 00:08:16 | |
Dr. Ed Weir explains how to keep a simple record of appointments, medications, symptoms and side effects to prepare for a continuing disability review. Request the free companion guide: 24Help.org/CDR. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Before You File for Social Security: Where to Start | 30 sept. 2026 | 00:09:39 | |
Dr. Ed Weir introduces the questions to consider before filing for Social Security, including timing, filing choices and where disability benefits may fit. Request your free retirement guide: 24Help.org/retire. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect access to free guides. Audio edition of an existing Dr. Ed course lesson. References to other lessons or anything on screen refer to the original course. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Medicare 101: The Four Parts and Your Two Main Options | 28 sept. 2026 | 00:06:11 | |
A plain-language introduction to Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, and the two main ways to receive your Medicare coverage, with Dr. Ed Weir. This audio edition comes from my Medicare Made Simple course. References to the course or anything on screen refer to the original recording. Request your free New to Medicare guide: 24Help.org/T65. For Medicare help, visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee. Using Chapter is optional and does not affect your access to free guides. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change; confirm current information before acting. | |||
| Turning 65: Mistakes to Avoid | Dr. Ed Weir | 23 sept. 2026 | 00:18:59 | |
Turning 65? Listen to Dr. Ed Weir, former Social Security District Manager, in this audio edition of “BIGGEST MISTAKES Turning 65 | Don’t Make These.” Request your free New to Medicare guide: 24Help.org/T65 Want help with Medicare options? Visit 24Help.org/chapter or call 352-841-0632 and tell them Dr. Ed sent you. Chapter is my Medicare partner and a private insurance agency, not Medicare or a government agency. 24Help may receive a referral fee; using Chapter is optional and does not affect your access to my free guides. Repurposed from my YouTube video published September 18, 2026. This is the original recording, so any references to things on screen refer to the video version. General education, not individual legal, tax, financial, or medical advice. Rules and amounts can change. Confirm current information before making decisions. | |||