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The annual enrollment period for Medicare — government-supported health benefits for retirees — starts Oct. 15.

Medicare open enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 each year. Current Medicare enrollees can make changes to their coverage. It's important to explore your options, especially if your plan is ...

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — On Wednesday, Medicare Open Enrollment will be available for Oklahomans, but did you know there’s a free program that can help you ask questions about coverage options? Medicare ...

During open enrollment, it’s important to pay attention to changes and ask questions, said Louise Norris, health policy analyst for medicareresources.org, which distributed information about Medicare ...

Various organizations can help people navigate the Medicare enrollment process, including SHIP, the CMS, and the SSA. Navigating the Medicare system and enrolling in the right plans at the right time ...

The cost of Medicare is headed noticeably higher next year. According to the latest Medicare Trustees report, Part B monthly premiums are expected to jump from about $185 in 2025 to $206.50 in 2026 — ...

A Minnesota medicare helpline saw a 400% increase in calls during open enrollments, and for thousands of former UCare ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Diane Omdahl is a Medicare expert who keeps her readers in the know. We’ve all been reading about the problems with Social ...

Explore PECOS, the Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership System, a streamlined online tool for healthcare providers to manage Medicare enrollments.

Medicare's annual enrollment period is happening now through Dec. 7 for 2026. Perhaps you've noticed an increase in texts, phone calls, emails and flyers, all trying to get your Medicare business or ...