EACH YEAR, MEDICARE PLANS CAN CHANGE WHAT THEY COST AND COVER. Every fall, all people with Medicare should review their current health and prescription drug coverage. Shop and compare to find the best plan for you.
IS YOUR PLAN STILL A GOOD PLAN FOR YOU?
Medicare can show you plans in your area that may:
- Cost less
- Cover your drugs
- Let you go to the providers you want, like your doctor or pharmacy
You can also get:
- An estimate of your out-of-pocket costs
- Quality and customer service ratings from current plan members
REMEMBER, MEDICARE PLANS CAN CHANGE EACH YEAR
IMPORTANT MEDICARE DATES
October—Review and Compare
Review: Your plan may change. Review any notices from your plan about changes for next year.
Compare: In mid-October, use Medicare’s tools to find the best plan for you.
November 15—Enrollment Begins
Decide: November 15 is the first day you can change your Medicare coverage for next year. This is the one chance each year most people with Medicare have to make a change to their health and prescription drug plans. Enroll as soon as possible—the sooner the better—to avoid any issues at the pharmacy counter in January.
December 31—Enrollment Ends
In most cases, December 31 is the last day you can change your Medicare coverage for next year.
January 1—Coverage Begins
Your new coverage begins if you switched to a new plan. If you stay with the same plan, January 1 is the date that any changes to coverage, benefits, or costs for the new year will begin.
