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Avoid marketing scams during 2022 Medicare Open Enrollment

October 15, 2021 by The Senior Medicare Patrol Resource Center Lois C. Greisman, Elder Justice Coordinator, FTC During Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period (OEP), which begins on October 15 and ends December 7, Medicare beneficiaries can choose the plans that are best for them for 2022. You can get help comparing Medicare plans from your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), …

These Free State Programs Help Millions of Seniors Navigate Medicare Open Enrollment Each year

By Rachel Christian Last Modified: October 16, 2020 7 min read time This page features9 Cited Research Articles Each year from October 15 to December 7, current Medicare recipients get a chance to evaluate and make changes to their health care and drug coverage. This annual opportunity is known as the open enrollment period. But navigating this process without guidance can be complicated, …

Avoid the Part D late enrollment penalty-keep creditable prescription drug coverage

Do you have creditable prescription drug coverage? It’s drug coverage that’s expected to pay, on average, at least as much as Medicare’s standard prescription drug coverage. It could be drug coverage you get from a current or former employer or union, or from TRICARE, the Indian Health Service, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. If you don’t have creditable coverage, …

Medicare Open Enrollment

Now is the time to shop for your Medicare 2021 Prescription Plan… Save money and get the best coverage! If you have Medicare, you can choose a new plan during open enrollment. Coverage begins January 1 Open Enrollment October 15 – December 7 It’s worth it to take the time to compare A local MMAP Counselor can: • Help you …

Medicare Open Enrollment

Medicare Open Enrollment Period October 15 • December 7 During this open enrollment period, Medicare health and drug plan options may be reviewed. A local MMAP Counselor can help you sign up for a new Medicare Plan. Explore Medicare options with a MMAP counselor. You can speak to a MMAP counselor via phone or video chat. For more information and …

At the End of another Successful Medicare Open Enrollment, CMS is Dedicated to Ensuring Seniors are Confident in their Choices

At the End of another Successful Medicare Open Enrollment, CMS is Dedicated to Ensuring Seniors are Confident in their Choices As we start a new year, we know that for many seniors January 1st also signals a fresh start for their Medicare health insurance coverage. Coverage and costs may change, deductibles reset, and those who changed health or drug plans …

Open Enrollment: Lower Premiums, More Choices, Easier to Compare

HealthCare.Gov Open Enrollment: Lower Premiums, More Choices, Easier to Compare Seema Verma, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Affordable Care Act, Eligibility & enrollment, Leadership HealthCare.Gov Open Enrollment: Lower Premiums, More Choices, Easier to Compare I’m excited to share the steps we’ve taken to lower premiums, offer more options, and make it easier to compare choices this HealthCare.gov Open …

Medicare’s General Enrollment Period

Missed your Initial Enrollment Period last year? If you’re eligible for Medicare, you may still be able to sign up for Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) during the General Enrollment Period if you act soon. The General Enrollment Period runs between January 1 and March 31, for coverage starting July 1. You can apply …