Turning 65
Understand enrollment timing and compare your coverage paths.
Santa Barbara County Medicare agent
Turning 65 or new to Medicare in Santa Barbara County?
Get personal Medicare guidance from Greg Bass, an independent agent who has specialized in Medicare since 2011 and helps clients throughout Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Santa Maria, Orcutt and Lompoc.
Ask Greg: (805) 202-6313Local experience matters
Santa Barbara County has been a central part of Greg’s Medicare practice. His longstanding work in the region helps clients evaluate coverage around the providers and medical systems they actually use.
Help for the decisions in front of you
Retiring
Coordinate Medicare with the end of employer coverage.
Reviewing coverage
Check doctors, prescriptions, costs and available options.
Communities served
Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Santa Maria, Orcutt and Lompoc and surrounding communities.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Does Greg help clients throughout Santa Barbara County?
Yes. Greg provides Medicare guidance by phone and personal consultation throughout Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Santa Maria, Orcutt and Lompoc.
Can Greg compare plans from different insurance companies?
Greg represents nine insurance organizations offering Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plan products. He will explain the choices he represents and remind you that additional options may be available through Medicare.gov.
When should I call before turning 65?
About three months before your 65th birthday is a useful starting point. Call sooner if you are coordinating retirement, employer coverage or an HSA.
One conversation can make this simpler
Talk with Greg about your Medicare timeline.
No call center. No obligation. Just straightforward, personal help.