A new Medicare season begins, but some shifts will arrive in 2027
WASHINGTON (AP) — Open enrollment for Medicare plans begins Thursday and enrollees will face a slew of changes that go into effect in 2027. During the enrollment period, which ends Dec. 7, people will have the opportunity to choose between traditional Medicare and privately run Medicare Advantage plans in their area, as well as prescription drug plans. Those changes go into effect on Jan. 1. Open enrollment also comes as inflation adds pressure on seniors whose healthcare costs have risen as...
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