Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP), also called Open Enrollment, runs from October 15 – December 7. For many people, this season feels overwhelming. With all the choices, and all the chaos, sometimes it’s tempting to just ignore it and hope everything stays the same. I've broken it down for you in plain English so you know exactly what this window means, (whether it even applies to you), and exactly what to do to get ready.
What Medicare Doesn’t Cover (And What You Can Do About It)
What Is Part D, and Do You Really Need It?
Why There's Really Only Two Options on Medicare
Cost of Medicare, How to Sign Up & How to Avoid Penalties
When Should You Start Medicare?
One of the quickest ways to start making sense of Medicare is to understand the two very different paths available once you sign up for Original Medicare: Medigap and Medicare Advantage. If you're new to Medicare, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in options. There are Parts A, B, C, and D… Plan letters like G and N… TV commercials promising cash back or gift cards… but barely any of them actually explain what these plans really are.
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Why is Medicare so complicated?” You’re not alone. This whole process can feel like a full-time job just trying to figure out what to do and when to do it.
Is High Deductible Plan G the “Middle Ground” Medicare Option You’ve Been Looking For?
How to get dental, vision, and hearing on Medicare
