Medicare help from a local agent in Newton and Hickory
I'm Elizabeth Branning. I'll explain your Medicare choices in plain English and help you sign up for the plan that fits you.
- Medicare: licensed in NC and SC
- Phone, video, or in person
- No pressure

Getting started takes three steps
Call or text me
Reach me at (828) 238-2787. Tell me a little about what you need.
Gather a few things
Your Medicare card, your list of medicines, and your doctors' names.
Meet and decide
We compare plans side by side by phone, video, or in person. You choose, and I help you sign up.
There's no charge to you for my help; I'm paid by the insurance companies I represent.
What happens when you call
We'll talk for a few minutes about what you need. Then we pick a time that suits you to go over your options, in person, by phone, or by video.
If I can't pick up, leave a message or send a text and I'll get back to you.
My promises to you
- No pressure. Nothing changes unless you say so.
- I'll never sell your information or share it with other agents or marketing companies.
- I won't call you unless you ask me to.
- Family is always welcome on the call.
What I can help with
Hi, I'm Elizabeth
I live in Newton and help my neighbors across North and South Carolina make sense of Medicare.
- I'm independent. I compare plans from several companies I represent.
- No pressure. You ask, I explain, you decide.
- Year-round help. I'm here after you sign up, too.
Licensed insurance agent in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Medicare: NC & SC · Life: NC
Where I help
- Newton
- Hickory
- Conover
- Maiden
- Claremont
- Catawba
Plus Burke, Caldwell, Alexander, Iredell, and Lincoln counties. Plans vary by county, so I'll check what's offered where you live.
Can't make it in person? We can meet by phone or video anywhere in North Carolina or South Carolina.
Common questions
Helping a parent with Medicare?
You're welcome to call for them or join our appointment. With your parent's permission, you can be part of every conversation, and I'll explain things to both of you.
Does it cost anything to work with you?
There's no charge to you for my help; I'm paid by the insurance companies I represent. The plan costs the same with or without me.
Are you part of Medicare or the government?
No. I'm a licensed insurance agent. I'm not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program.
Do I have to use an agent?
No. You can sign up on your own at Medicare.gov or with a plan. An agent can help you compare and answer questions.
Can my son or daughter join the call?
Yes. Many people like to have a family member on the phone or in the room. Just let me know when you call.
Do you meet with people in Newton and Hickory?
Yes. I'm based in Newton and meet with people across Catawba County, including Hickory, Conover, Maiden, Claremont, and Catawba, plus nearby counties. We can also meet by phone or video anywhere in North Carolina or South Carolina.
Ready to talk it through?
Meet by phone, video, or in person.