Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs from October 15 through December 7 each year. It’s your opportunity to review your Medicare coverage and make changes for the coming year. Any changes made during AEP generally take effect January 1. During AEP, you CAN: What AEP does NOT do:AEP is not a special enrollment period for…
Medicare has several important enrollment periods, and unfortunately, they don’t all follow the same timeline. Some are based on your 65th birthday, while others are triggered by events such as retiring, losing employer coverage, moving, or losing prescription drug coverage. Understanding a few key Medicare deadlines can help you avoid gaps in coverage and potential…
Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Program Is Ending: What It Means for You in 2027 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced that the temporary Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration will end after the 2026 plan year. If you’re enrolled in a stand-alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, you may be…
Medicare Part B Enrollment: When to Sign Up, When You Can Delay Coverage, and How to Avoid Late Enrollment Penalties One of the most common questions I hear is: “I’m turning 65, but I’m still working. Do I have to sign up for Medicare Part B?” The answer is: it depends on the type of…
