Medicare Open Enrollment is coming soon do you need to make a change

(Medicare) As the days get shorter and the nights get cooler, you can already see the leaves starting to change. Like the changing leaves, the fall also brings your chance to make changes to your Medicare coverage. Thats because October 15 December 7 is Medicare Open Enrollment. Its your chance to review your health care coverage and see if you need to make any changes for next year. Or, you may decide youre happy with the plan you have now. If thats the case, and the plan is still being offered next year, you dont need to do anything.
Over the next few months, look around youll find a wealth of information about your Medicare benefits, especially in these everyday places:
1. In the mail
Look through your mail carefully you may get important notices from your current plan, Medicare, or Social Security about changes to your coverage or any Extra Help you may get paying for prescription drugs.
Also, look for your Medicare & You handbook. It contains information about all of the Medicare plans in your area. If you decided to go paperless, youll get an email pointing you to Medicare.gov where you can get all the same information.
Youll also start to see brochures from companies that offer Medicare health and drug plans. Just remember, be smart about protecting your personal information and your identity plans arent allowed to call or come to your home without an invitation from you.
2. On your computer
Comparing your plan choices is important. Our Medicare Plan Finder is ready with all of the 2015 health and drug plan cost information to make it as easy as possible. Enter the drugs you take to find out how you can lower your costs and review the plans ratings to compare plan quality. If you find a plan that meets your needs, youll be able to join the plan right online starting October 15. If you havent used the Plan Finder before, check out our video to help you get started.
3. In your community
Take a moment as you enjoy these crisp mornings to review the Medicare information thats out there. You may find a local event somewhere right around the corner with counselors to help you, like your State Health Insurance Assistance Program. Dont miss the chance to get personalized help if you need it!Filed under: Open enrollment Source: blog.medicare.gov