Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast
Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast – Helping Families Navigate Senior Living & Real Estate with Confidence
Navigating senior transitions can feel overwhelming—whether it’s choosing the right senior living community, figuring out how to fund long-term care, or selling a loved one’s home. But you don’t have to do it alone!
Join Dale Corpus, a Senior Transition Specialist and real estate expert, as he sits down with top professionals in senior care, estate planning, long-term care insurance, and real estate to bring you insightful conversations, expert advice, and real-world solutions.
✅ How to choose the right senior living community
✅ Avoiding common mistakes when transitioning a loved one
✅ How to sell a senior’s home without stress
✅ Long-term care insurance & financial planning tips
✅ Estate planning essentials for families
If you’re an adult child, caregiver, or senior looking for answers, this podcast is your go-to resource to make informed decisions with confidence.
Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast
EP39 – Medicare Decoded: Expert Tips to Avoid Costly Mistakes with Julie Mason
Medicare is one of the most confusing parts of turning 65—and making the wrong choice can have long-term consequences. On this episode of the Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast, I’m joined by Julie Mason, a board-certified patient advocate and former CMS insider, who’s made it her mission to help Medicare beneficiaries avoid costly pitfalls and make confident, informed choices.
With 35+ years of experience in the Medicare space—including two decades at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)—Julie shares expert insights on everything from enrollment timelines and Medicare Advantage myths to appeals, coverage denials, and caregiver red flags.
We discuss:
• The top misconceptions about Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare
• When to choose Medigap vs. Advantage plans
• What to do if your claim is denied
• Tips for caregivers managing Medicare for loved ones
• And the #1 thing you can do this week to avoid common mistakes
Whether you’re nearing Medicare age, supporting an aging parent, or just want clarity from someone who doesn’t sell plans—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.
Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform.
👤 About Julie Mason:
Julie Mason is a seasoned Medicare expert with more than 35 years of experience in the field, including 20 years working at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the Federal agency that runs the Medicare program. During her time at CMS, she developed deep knowledge of Medicare policy, beneficiary rights, and regulatory oversight.Now as the owner of Mason Medicare, she leverages that expertise to guide individuals through the complexities of the Medicare program—helping beneficiaries navigate plan options, resolve issues with coverage, and secure the best possible outcomes.Julie is known for providing personalized, trustworthy guidance to help clients make informed Medicare decisions. She frequently hosts educational webinars and consults one-on-one with beneficiaries throughout California. Julie is deeply committed to transparency and advocacy.
📬 Connect with Julie Mason:
🌏 Website: www.masonmedicare.com
📨 Email: julie@masonmedicare.com
📞 Phone: 415-596-5277
And for those of you watching, if your loved one is considering senior living and you need to figure out what to do with their home—let’s talk!
📞 Schedule a FREE consultation with me by clicking on the Calendly link located in the video description box for this episode on YouTube.
You can learn more about my services at: 👉 www.simplifyseniortransitions.com
📲 Have a quick question? DM me on Instagram: 👉 @soldbydale
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