Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Medicare Insurance Specialists in Mississippi
The Burkes Group has been a trusted partner in Medicare insurance guidance since 2006. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in demystifying Medicare options for seniors across Mississippi and multiple states. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize personalized service, helping clients navigate Medicare Advantage, Supplements, and Part D plans to find coverage that aligns with their health and financial needs.Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive no-obligation consultations and ongoing support. As an agency led by a lifelong Mississippi resident and MBA holder, we blend local insight with national expertise to deliver tailored solutions. Our track record of client satisfaction reflects our dedication to simplifying complex insurance decisions while maintaining affordability and accessibility.
Services
Medicare Advantage
Medicare Supplements
Medicare Part D
ACA Plans
Short Term Health Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of Medicare insurance expertise with personalized plan comparisons.
- Our team is licensed in Mississippi and multiple other states.
- We provide free, no-obligation consultations for all Medicare plan options.
- Clients benefit from our ongoing support and transparent pricing.
- Our agents maintain top client satisfaction ratings in senior insurance services.
What people say
Highly recommend Chris Burkes
Quick and competent efforts
Promptly returns calls
Most important client
Lowest premium guarantees
Services
Medicare Advantage
Medicare Advantage plans replace Original Medicare with comprehensive coverage including hospital, medical, and prescription drug benefits. These private insurance plans often add dental, vision, and wellness programs while maintaining coordinated care networks. Our agents help clients compare plan options to find the best value for their specific healthcare needs.
Medicare Supplements
Medicare Supplement policies cover out-of-pocket costs from Original Medicare, including deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. Available in standardized plans F, G, and N, these policies ensure predictable healthcare expenses. We assist clients in selecting the right Medigap plan during enrollment periods to maximize coverage benefits.
Medicare Part D
Medicare Part D provides standalone prescription drug coverage that works with Original Medicare. Our specialists compare available plans to match clients' medication needs with optimal coverage and cost efficiency. We ensure proper enrollment timing to avoid penalties while securing competitive premium rates.
ACA Plans
ACA-compliant health insurance plans offer essential benefits with protections for pre-existing conditions. We help clients navigate marketplace options, special enrollment periods, and subsidy eligibility to find affordable coverage that meets federal standards for comprehensive care.
Short Term Health Insurance
Short-term health insurance provides flexible, budget-friendly protection for coverage gaps between major life changes. Our team explains policy limitations and benefit structures to help clients determine if temporary plans meet their immediate healthcare needs while maintaining cost control.
People
Chris Burkes
Founder
With 18 years in insurance, Chris Burkes established The Burkes Group to simplify Medicare decisions for seniors. A Mississippi native holding dual business degrees, he combines local insight with national expertise to lead our team in delivering personalized insurance solutions.
John Rice
Insurance Agent
John Rice specializes in making healthcare enrollment stress-free through personalized guidance. His commitment to client service extends to explaining complex insurance terms in accessible language while maintaining a balanced perspective from his outdoor hobbies.
Matt Farmer
Medicare Specialist
Matt Farmer brings over a decade of Medicare expertise to our team, focusing on senior healthcare needs. His dedication to client education and community service reflects his Mississippi roots and commitment to improving insurance accessibility for local populations.
Questions
What Medicare plan options do you help with?
We assist with all Medicare options including Advantage, Supplements, Part D, and enrollment guidance for Original Medicare beneficiaries.
Do you offer services outside Mississippi?
While based in Mississippi, we help clients in multiple states with Medicare plan comparisons and enrollment support.
How do you compare insurance plans?
We analyze your healthcare needs, prescription requirements, and budget to recommend plans with optimal coverage and cost efficiency.
What if I need insurance before next enrollment?
We explain short-term options and special enrollment periods for qualifying life changes to ensure continuous coverage.
How are your services compensated?
We receive standard carrier commissions at no additional cost to clients, maintaining transparency in our no-obligation consultations.
Can you help with existing Medicare coverage?
Yes, we review current plans annually to ensure your coverage remains optimal as your needs and plan options change.
