Medicare open enrollment starts Oct. 15: Here’s what to know

Medical Xpress October 11, 2024
Sarah Gantz, The Philadelphia Inquirer

Medicare’s fall open enrollment, which runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, is an opportunity to review your benefits and make changes for 2025.

Signing up for Medicare or changing plans can seem daunting, but it’s important to make sure you’re enrolled in the best plan for your medical needs.

To help make the process easier, The Inquirer has curated a Medicare primer based on questions sent in by readers. Now updated for 2025, it can help you select the best Medicare plan for you.

Glossary of terms

1. Premium: The base cost of the health plan, paid monthly. Regardless of whether you choose original Medicare or Medicare Advantage, you will pay the Part B premium monthly. Most people paid $174.70...

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