KFF Explains Medicare: Can I Change to a 5-Star Medicare Advantage or Part D Plan Outside Open Enrollment?

KFF Answers Medicare Questions:

Can I switch from my current Medicare Advantage or Medicare Part D plan to a plan with a 5-star quality rating in my area outside the open enrollment period?

Yes. If a Medicare Advantage plan or Medicare drug plan with a 5-star rating is available where you live, Medicare offers a Special Enrollment Period that lets you move from your current Medicare coverage to a plan with a 5-star quality rating. This option can be used only once during the annual period that runs from December 8 through November 30 of the following year.

KFF Answers Medicare Questions: I Heard There Have Been Changes To Medicare In Recent Years To Help Beneficiaries Lower Their Out-Of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs Or Spread Them Throughout The Year. How Can These Changes Help Me?

KFF Answers Medicare Questions: I Am Covered By Medicare, But I Don’t Take Any Medications. Do I Need To Sign Up For A Drug Plan?

While every effort has been made to provide accurate and current information in these FAQs, people should contact Medicare, Social Security, State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP), or the companies that offer Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D plans, and Medigap policies directly for advice about their individual situations.

Source: KFF