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.
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Everything You Need to Know About the Annual Enrollment Period
Understanding Medicare Open Enrollment
Caregiver Quote
A breakdown of the different parts of Medicare including what each part covers, its cost, and who qualifies - Medicare Part A, B, C, D.
"Am I eligible for Medicare?" "Can my mom or dad get Medicare?" These are common questions among caregivers, and unfortunately there is no easy answer. You must meet certain criteria to qualify.
Be prepared to make your Medicare changes during the Medicare Open Enrollment period. Knowing coverage options and the types of Medicare changes available will help you make the right decisions.
Use local SHIP (State Health Insurance Program) counselors and internet resources to figure out whether Original Medicare (Parts A & B) or other coverage options like an Advantage Plan might be the best fit.
Making Choices During Open Enrollment
Unrestricted changes to Medicare happen only once a year. During the Medicare Open Enrollment Period, October 15 to December 7, 2015, seniors can make changes to Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans.
Tips to help you maximize your drug and health benefits when changing your Medicare Part C or D coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period.
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 or your elderly parent. And, if it’s not, it’s the time of year to make a change.
Type of Plans
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, 2015.
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.
Review the two options for Medicare prescription drug coverage. Determine which drug coverage plan you want to join.
Just like other health coverage, Medicare has terrific benefits, but it also has some gaps that caregivers and elderly parents should keep in mind.
Be Prepared Before You Call
To talk to Medicare on behalf of an elderly parent, you must be appointed as an official representative. Download and complete the Appointment of Representative Form to obtain access to your parent's Medicare records.
A checklist of the personal information to have ready before calling Medicare.
Frauds and Scams
Medicare insurance fraud is common during Medicare Open Enrollment. Medicare insurance providers use dishonest, misleading or illegal sales tactics selling Medicare insurance.
Know these common scams that target seniors during Medicare Open Enrollment. Prevent being taken advantage of; learn the facts behind these Medicare scams.
Protecting yourself or an aging loved one from Medicare scams can be tricky, unless you know the tell-tale signs of a scammer.
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