Medicare Open Enrollment

This year’s Annual Medicare Enrollment Period runs from October 15 until December 7. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can sign up for (or make changes to) Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) or Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage plans (Part D). Adding to the complexity of the process is the fact that Medicare’s enrollment period will overlap with the enrollment period for the Health Insurance Marketplace that was created under the Affordable Care Act. Cut through the confusion with this Guide to Medicare Open Enrollment and learn how to optimize your benefits.
Everything You Need to Know About the Annual Enrollment Period
Understanding Medicare Open Enrollment
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Who is Eligible for Medicare?
Are you trying to determine if your aging parent qualifies for Medicare or one of its many parts? This quick guide can help you.
The 4 Parts of Medicare
A breakdown of the different parts of Medicare – Part A, B, C and D – including what each part covers.

7 Things to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment
Understand the health insurance options available during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment (MOE) period to help you choose the best coverage for yourself or a loved one.
Helping A Loved One Enroll in Medicare: Where to Start?
Understand the enrollment options and the basics of the Medicare system to save you and your family a great deal of money on healthcare costs.
Making Choices During Open Enrollment
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What You Can Do During Open Enrollment
The decisions you make during this year's open enrollment period will impact your healthcare coverage for the entire coming year. Choose wisely.
What Happens if You Miss the Deadline for Medicare Open Enrollment?
If you missed this year’s Medicare Open Enrollment deadline on December 7, there are still a few options available to help you make the most of your Medicare coverage.
Challenges Medicare Beneficiaries and Caregivers Face Each Year
Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is the time of year when you can review your Medicare Advantage or Medicare prescription drug plan to make sure it’s still the best plan for you. And, if it’s not, it’s the time of year to make a change.
Type of Plans
Learn Medicare's Benefits and Gaps to Pick the Best Plan
Medicare consists of several parts as well as different coverage options. Make sure when enrolling to recognize what gaps in coverage you may have with the plan you choose.
Tips for Choosing the Right Medicare Advantage Plan
Discover strategies for selecting the best Medicare Advantage plan for you during Medicare's Annual Election Period, which runs from October 15, 2015 until December 7, 2016.
Options for Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
There are two ways to get Medicare prescription drug coverage. Which is right for you?
10 Tips for Buying Medicare Insurance
When you're buying a Medicare Advantage Plan, the best way to avoid being taken advantage of is to always be cautious and arm yourself with as much information as possible before buying a plan.
Be Prepared Before You Call
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Information to Gather Before You Call Medicare
Having the proper authorizations in place and information on hand can help you save time and lessen frustration when contacting Medicare about coverage, claims and payments.
Frauds and Scams
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4 Scams to Look Out For During Medicare Open Enrollment
Be aware of what scams are out there and get the facts that will protect you.

How to Protect Yourself from Medicare Scams
Familiarize yourself with the most common Medicare scams and learn how to determine whether communication from Medicare is legitimate to protect yourself and your loved ones.
5 Illegal Insurance Practices During Medicare Open Enrollment
Some salespeople use dishonest, misleading or illegal sales tactics. Here are some things insurance agents cannot do.
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