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enrollment

15 Steps for Medicare Open Enrollment 2026

A step-by-step guide to Medicare Open Enrollment 2026, covering key dates, plan comparisons, and how to avoid costly coverage mistakes.

David Haass9 min read

September 23, 2026

medicare_supplement

Medigap Mistakes to Avoid: 2026 Enrollment Guide

Learn the biggest Medigap mistakes to avoid, from missing enrollment windows to misunderstanding underwriting rules, so you can choose coverage with confidence.

David Haass7 min read

September 23, 2026

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eligibility

2027 Medicare Eligibility Changes for Immigrants

Public Law 119-21 changes Medicare eligibility for some noncitizens in 2027 while preserving eligibility for lawful permanent residents and three other groups.

10 min readSeptember 21, 2026

Eligibility

Medicare ACCESS Model Eligibility Costs and Chronic Care Support

Medicare's new ACCESS Model, launched July 5, 2026, connects eligible Original Medicare beneficiaries with chronic condition support between doctor visits.

9 min readSeptember 18, 2026

Older adults reviewing a Medigap plan comparison chart and insurance costs

Medicare Plans

Best Time to Enroll in Medigap: A Practical Planning Checklist

The best time to enroll in Medigap is generally during your six-month Open Enrollment Period. Use this practical timeline to compare coverage, coordinate Part D, and avoid an unintended gap.

10 min readJanuary 15, 2025

Medicare Part D

Medicare Part D Enrollment Deadline Checklist for 2026

The rules page tells you when Part D enrollment periods occur. This checklist turns those dates into practical steps for enrolling, changing plans, preserving records, and avoiding penalties.

9 min readAugust 11, 2026

Medicare Supplement

The Best Medicare Supplement Plan G Companies to Compare in 2026

The best Plan G company is not a universal winner. Compare standardized benefits, local premiums, rating methods, underwriting entities, discounts, complaint information, and enrollment timing before choosing coverage.

15 min readAugust 13, 2026

Medicare News

New Medicare Changes for 2027: What You Need to Know Before You Enroll

A clear breakdown of the 2027 Medicare changes, including updated premiums, deductibles, and Medicare Advantage and Part D adjustments to help you enroll with confidence.

10 min readSeptember 17, 2026

costs

Does Medicare Cover Long-Term Care? What to Know

Medicare does not cover long-term custodial care like help with bathing or dressing. It only covers limited skilled nursing and home health services under specific conditions.

7 min readSeptember 17, 2026

enrollment

Medicare Obesity Drug Program: 2026 Coverage Guide

Roughly 600,000 seniors have enrolled in Medicare's expanded obesity drug program, gaining new access to GLP-1 medications through Part D plans in 2026.

7 min readSeptember 16, 2026

general

2026 Medicare Costs: Help for Low-Income Seniors

A new AARP report shows rising costs are outpacing fixed incomes for Medicare beneficiaries. Here's what's driving the squeeze and how to lower your costs now.

7 min readSeptember 16, 2026

enrollment

Medicare Advantage Marketing Rules 2027: 27 Changes

CMS introduced 27 new marketing rules for 2027 affecting how Medicare Advantage plans are advertised, mailed, and pitched to seniors by phone.

12 min readSeptember 15, 2026

Medicare GLP-1 $50 Program: Enrollment Guide

eligibility

Medicare GLP-1 Bridge: How the $50 Copay Program Works

A plain-language breakdown of the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, the federal demonstration program that sets a flat $50 monthly copay for three weight-loss drugs through December 2027.

13 min readSeptember 14, 2026

medicare_advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage Plans Dropped: What to Do

When Humana discontinues a Medicare Advantage plan, your coverage options change but your Medicare eligibility does not. Learn how to spot the warning signs and choose a new plan wisely.

8 min readSeptember 11, 2026

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