(Feature Impact) Medicare Open Enrollment is underway, giving you a chance to make sure your current plan still meets your needs. Medicare.gov is the official source for Open Enrollment information. You can compare all Medicare health and drug plans available in your area, and the site makes it easy to review plan costs side by side by entering the prescription drugs you use.
If you would rather speak with someone, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), which is available 24/7, to go over your choices and get answers to your questions.
Information provided by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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