5 Things to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment
Just as millions of seniors routinely rely on Social Security, so too is Medicare an extremely important program for older Americans. And with fall open enrollment right around the corner, it's important that seniors take advantage of this crucial seven-week period. Here are five things to know about Medicare open enrollment.
If you're ready to sign up for Medicare, great -- you can enroll in benefits starting up to three months before the month of your 65th birthday. But if you're not on Medicare yet, there's nothing for you to do during open enrollment. Open enrollment is only for seniors who are already receiving health coverage through Medicare, not for those signing up for the first time.
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