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Annual Enrollment Period
Medicare Open Enrollment
Your yearly chance to review and update your Medicare coverage. We simplify the process — saving you time and money, and making sure your plan still fits.
October 15 – December 7
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Open Enrollment begins October 15
Annual Enrollment Period
Medicare Open Enrollment
Your yearly chance to review and update your Medicare coverage. We simplify the process — saving you time and money, and making sure your plan still fits.
October 15 – December 7
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Open Enrollment begins October 15
During Open Enrollment
What You Can Change
If you're already enrolled in Medicare, this is your window to make these changes for the year ahead.
Switch between Original Medicare & Advantage
Move from Original Medicare (Parts A & B) to a Medicare Advantage plan or switch back depending on what fits your care and budget.
Change your Medicare Advantage plan
Move to a different Part C plan — for example, one with better coverage for your doctors, hospitals, or prescriptions.
Join, switch, or drop a Part D drug plan
Add prescription drug coverage, move to a plan that covers your medications better, or drop coverage you no longer need.
During Open Enrollment
What You Can Change
If you're already enrolled in Medicare, this is your window to make these changes for the year ahead.
Switch between Original Medicare & Advantage
Move from Original Medicare (Parts A & B) to a Medicare Advantage plan or switch back depending on what fits your care and budget.
Change your Medicare Advantage plan
Move to a different Part C plan — for example, one with better coverage for your doctors, hospitals, or prescriptions.
Join, switch, or drop a Part D drug plan
Add prescription drug coverage, move to a plan that covers your medications better, or drop coverage you no longer need.
During Open Enrollment
What You Can Change
If you're already enrolled in Medicare, this is your window to make these changes for the year ahead.
First time
Initial Enrollment Period
Around your 65th birthday
Move from Original Medicare (Parts A & B) to a Medicare Advantage plan or switch back depending on what fits your care and budget.
You are here
Annual Enrollment Period
October 15 – December 7
Move to a different Part C plan — for example, one with better coverage for your doctors, hospitals, or prescriptions.
Already in Advantage
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment
January 1 – March 31
Add prescription drug coverage, move to a plan that covers your medications better, or drop coverage you no longer need.
During Open Enrollment
What You Can Change
If you're already enrolled in Medicare, this is your window to make these changes for the year ahead.
First time
Initial Enrollment Period
Around your 65th birthday
Move from Original Medicare (Parts A & B) to a Medicare Advantage plan or switch back depending on what fits your care and budget.
You are here
Annual Enrollment Period
October 15 – December 7
Move to a different Part C plan — for example, one with better coverage for your doctors, hospitals, or prescriptions.
Already in Advantage
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment
January 1 – March 31
Add prescription drug coverage, move to a plan that covers your medications better, or drop coverage you no longer need.
Don't do it alone
A free plan review before the deadline
Let's make sure your coverage still fits — and that you're not leaving money or benefits on the table this year.
Experience
Years of helping people understand Medicare — we simplify the process and make sure you're covered.
Cost Savings
We review your current plan cost-effective options that cover what you need without overpaying.
Personalized Guidance
Your needs are unique. We assess your situation and match you to the plan that fits you best.
Comprehensive Support
We're here all year — not just during Open Enrollment — for ongoing answers and support.
Don't do it alone
A free plan review before the deadline
Let's make sure your coverage still fits — and that you're not leaving money or benefits on the table this year.
Experience
Years of helping people understand Medicare — we simplify the process and make sure you're covered.
Cost Savings
We review your current plan cost-effective options that cover what you need without overpaying.
Personalized Guidance
Your needs are unique. We assess your situation and match you to the plan that fits you best.
Comprehensive Support
We're here all year — not just during Open Enrollment — for ongoing answers and support.
Common questions
Open Enrollment FAQs
How can Medicare & Money help me?
We specialize in guiding people through the Open Enrollment process. We help you assess your current plan, explore cost-effective options, and make sure you have the right coverage for your unique needs.
What is Medicare Open Enrollment?
It's the Annual Enrollment Period, which typically runs from October 15 to December 7 each year. During this window, people already on Medicare can review and change their coverage for the coming year.
Who is eligible to participate?
Anyone who is already enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B can participate in Open Enrollment.
What changes can I make during Open Enrollment?
During this period, you can:
- Switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa.
- Change your Medicare Advantage plan.
- Join, switch, or drop a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan.
Can I enroll in Medicare for the first time during Open Enrollment?
No — Open Enrollment is primarily for people who are already enrolled. If you're new to Medicare, you typically enroll during your Initial Enrollment Period, the 7-month window around your 65th birthday.
When do my changes take effect?
Changes you make during Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) generally take effect on January 1 of the following year.
Common questions
Open Enrollment FAQs
How can Medicare & Money help me?
We specialize in guiding people through the Open Enrollment process. We help you assess your current plan, explore cost-effective options, and make sure you have the right coverage for your unique needs.
What is Medicare Open Enrollment?
It's the Annual Enrollment Period, which typically runs from October 15 to December 7 each year. During this window, people already on Medicare can review and change their coverage for the coming year.
Who is eligible to participate?
Anyone who is already enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B can participate in Open Enrollment.
What changes can I make during Open Enrollment?
During this period, you can:
- Switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa.
- Change your Medicare Advantage plan.
- Join, switch, or drop a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan.
Can I enroll in Medicare for the first time during Open Enrollment?
No — Open Enrollment is primarily for people who are already enrolled. If you're new to Medicare, you typically enroll during your Initial Enrollment Period, the 7-month window around your 65th birthday.
When do my changes take effect?
Changes you make during Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) generally take effect on January 1 of the following year.
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