The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period Begins Oct. 15

From the SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton:

October 7, 2020

Medicare eligible people have an opportunity each year to research the best Medicare options available, and if they wish, switch to a plan that better meets their needs. This period of time is called the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP).

When is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period?

The AEP begins October 15th and ends December 7th of each year with coverage changes taking effect on January 1st of the new year.

What is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period?

Medicare plans can change in price and benefits each year. The annual enrollment period gives you the opportunity to shop and change to a new health plan that better fits your needs.

Why should you consider changing plans?

You should always review how your Medicare plan is changing for the next year. It is important to ensure the plan you have will still meet your needs for the next year. If you are still satisfied with your plan, you don’t need to do anything to stay with the plan you have. If you are considering changing plans, be sure to do your research on the plans available to you, contact a licensed health insurance agent, and enroll in your new plan by December 7th.

Does SSM have Medicare Plans?

SSM has three health insurance partners that offer Medicare Advantage plans:

• Dean Health Plan serves Columbia, Dane, Dodge, Fond du Lac, Green, Iowa, Jefferson, Rock and Sauk counties in Wisconsin. To learn more about the Medicare plans available, Please visit deancare.com/Medicare
• Prevea360 Health Plan serves Brown, Door, Oconto, Kewaunee and Sheboygan counties in Wisconsin. To learn more about the Medicare plans available, Please visit prevea360.com/medicare

WellFirst Health Plan serves in The following counties in IL: Madison, St. Clair and in MO: St Louis St. Charles. Learn more about our Medicare plans.

This press release was produced by the SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton. The views expressed are the author's own.