Managing Healthcare Expenses in Retirement

August 19, 2026

Ryan Kellinger, CFP®, Advisor, discusses how to manage healthcare expenses in retirement. He’ll walk through how Medicare works, key enrollment timelines, and strategies to help you avoid penalties and unexpected costs.

Key concepts include:

  • How Medicare works and what it covers
  • When and how to enroll in Medicare (and avoiding penalties)
  • The role of private insurance alongside Medicare Common costs you may still pay out-of-pocket
  • How to choose between Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and Part D plans
  • Why planning for rising healthcare expenses is essential
  • What Medicare does not cover and how to prepare for those gaps