Joe PridgenHosted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofitJoe Pridgen
U.S. Retirement Education Association
Medicare 101Free 1-hour workshop hosted by U.S. Retirement Education · In person & online

Everything you need to know about Medicare

A plain-English session for anyone approaching 65 — how the parts work, what it really costs, and when to enroll. Educational only, free to attend, and never a sales pitch.

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What we cover

Joe Pridgen

No jargon, no slides full of fine print — just the parts that actually change what you pay and what you’re covered for.

1
What Parts A & B actually coverThe gaps most people don’t realize they have until they need care.
2
What Medicare really costs in 2026The premiums plus the surprise expenses that catch new enrollees off guard.
3
The enrollment windows that matterHow one missed deadline can trigger penalties that last for life.
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How Medicare works with employer coverageSo you don’t pay twice or give up benefits you’re entitled to.
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How to match coverage to your real needsInstead of a generic plan built for someone else’s situation.
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Straight answers to your own questionsPlus the common misconceptions that trip people up.
Your presenter

Joe Pridgen

Joe Pridgen
Licensed Insurance Advisor · Greenville, SC
  • Limited Seats
  • U.S. Air Force Veteran
  • Serving South Carolina
  • Medicare Education

I was born and raised in Horry County, S.C. After graduating from Loris High School in 1967, I attended the University of South Carolina for 3 1/2 years but did not graduate. After completing basic training in the Air Force in Nov 1971, I was sent to Monterrey, CA, to study the Arabic language and then spent my entire career in the intelligence gathering business. Since retirement in 1991, I have taught in a Christian school and Bible College, been involved in insurance sales, and started and pastored a Baptist Church. I remain active in the Senior insurance arena to provide quality insurance plans for life, health, and retirement. I remain a committed and active citizen of America by my earthly birth and of Heaven by my Spiritual Birth in October 1976 because of my faith in the Son of God. I am honored and privileged to have these citizenships. It will also be a great honor and blessing if you permit me to be your trusted insurance advisor to provide quality plans through proven insurance organizations. I look forward to speaking with you soon.

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We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 3 organizations which offer 27 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

This event is hosted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is intended solely for educational purposes. It is not a sales presentation. No insurance products will be marketed or sold. The presenter is not affiliated with Medicare, CMS, or any government agency.

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