What it is
Medicare & Me is our first-party companion to the official CMS handbook. It walks you through the same decisions from a caddie's perspective: what to look at first, what the trade-offs really are, and what most people wish they had known before they enrolled. Written by our licensed Medicare Caddies for people who prefer stories and worksheets to acronyms.
Who should read this
- People turning 65 who want a friendlier on-ramp than the CMS handbook.
- Adult children helping a parent decide between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
- Anyone who has read Medicare & You and still has questions.
Key topics covered
Choosing a starting pointOriginal Medicare vs. Medicare AdvantageDrug coverage worksheetIRMAA quick-checkYear-round review checklist
Frequently asked questions
Is this an official government document?
No. Medicare & Me is authored by Medicare Caddies as a companion to the official CMS handbook. For rules and coverage decisions, always defer to Medicare.gov.
Do I need to give my email to download it?
No. The PDF downloads directly. We don't require registration for any resource on this page.