We sat down with Susan Sanders, a health plan advisor here at Aspire Health plan, to ask her what to expect at a Medicare seminar or a one-on-one meeting and what you should bring.

We wanted to explain referrals and prior authorization – what they mean and how they apply to our Medicare Advantage plan members here in Monterey County.

Most Medicare Advantage (MA) plans require that you choose a provider from their network which usually includes many different local providers. Keep the following tips in mind to help you identify the best PCP for your needs.