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What to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment

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Medicare Coverage Explained

Medicare, government-funded insurance for people 65 or over, has lots of moving parts. Learn which plans and add-ons might net your best health coverage.

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New Options to Consider

Reasons to review your Medicare coverage -- even if you’re content with what you have.

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Shop and Compare

Supplemental or Medigap insurance plans will cover some of your out-of-pocket costs when you have Original Medicare. Here’s what to know about what they cover, costs, and more.

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Guide to Medicare’s Annual Election Period

How to sign up for or switch Medicare plans.

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Tips for Signing Up

If you’ll be 65 soon or want to plan ahead, here’s what you should know about how and when to sign up for Medicare. By taking these steps, you’ll avoid gaps in your coverage and possible penalties that come with late enrollment.

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Staying Informed on Costs and Penalties

You’ll want to budget for your Medicare costs. Learn what you should expect to pay for your health coverage, how to avoid penalties for signing up late, and where to find help if your income is limited.

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How Medicare Supports Older Americans

Medicare has helped make older people the most insured group in the U.S. Still, people of color face more hurdles to get care than white people.

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The Ins and Outs of Medicare

An in-depth lesson series to help unpack everything you need to know to enroll on time and get the coverage you need.

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