Veterans Are Losing Hundreds to Fake Patriot Plans #MedicareAdvantage #VeteransAlert #Shorts

Medicare Advantage plans use "Patriot," "Honor," and "Courage" branding to market to veterans. But that emotional appeal might be costing you hundreds—or thousands. 🚨 THE MA TRAP: Government pays MA plan monthly rate ✅ Even if you don't use it ✅ Even if VA provides your care ✅ You're paying for duplicate coverage 💰 THE REAL COST: Average MA plan: $30/month = $360/year Plus Part D: $25/month = $300/year Total annual cost: $660 What you get: Network restrictions + prior authorizations 📊 WHAT VETERANS ACTUALLY NEED: If VA provides most care → Original Medicare + VA benefits Standalone dental: $25-50/month (no network lock-in) More flexibility, lower cost ⚠️ 2026 MA CHANGES: New rules tighten non-health benefits (like life insurance) Your benefit package might shift 🚨 THIS IS JUST STRATEGY #7 of 8 🚨 What about the other six strategies? Like the $600 prescription savings? The emergency coverage rule? Travel strategies? 👉 Watch the full video: "The VA and Medicare Mistake 300,000 Veterans Make Every Year"    • The VA and Medicare Mistake 300,000 Vetera...   I cover prescription strategies, emergency rules, specialist access, travel coverage, and all the 2026 Medicare changes affecting veterans. 📌 QUICK WINS FROM THIS SHORT: ✅ Don't fall for patriotic branding ✅ Run the math: VA care + Original Medicare ✅ Medicare Advantage ≠ better for all veterans ⏰ CRITICAL DATES: 2026 coverage starts: Jan 1 More veteran retirement strategies: 🔔 Subscribe to Fifty Cents of Advice 💬 Drop a comment: Are you enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan? 🔗 Share this with a veteran reviewing Medicare options #short #youtubeshorts #ytshorts #subscribe #MedicareAdvantage #VABenefits #MedicareForVeterans #RetirementPlanning #MedicareOpenEnrollment #FiftyCentsOfAdvice #VeteranRetirement #Healthcare #MedicareMistakes #VeteranBenefits #Medicare2026 Affiliate Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links. This helps support the channel at no cost to you. Content Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Consult with a licensed Medicare advisor before making enrollment decisions. © Fifty Cents of Advice