one Medicare Advantage Plan to another, or switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan to Original Medicare with or without a Part D prescription drug plan during this time.
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The best way to enroll
Enrolling in a new plan directly through Medicare is the best way to protect yourself if there are problems with enrollment.
Not sure where to start?
Try writing down everything about the conversation when you enroll through Medicare, including the date, the representative you spoke to, and any outcomes or next steps.
Before you enroll in a new plan, remember to confirm all the details about your new plan. Make sure the plan includes your doctors and hospitals in its network. You should also make sure the plan covers all your drugs, and that your pharmacies are in the preferred network.
For additional help, Medicare’s Plan Finder tool can help you find Part D plans. The Plan Finder tool compares plans based on the drugs you need, the pharmacy you visit, and your drug costs.
Avoiding scams
Remember, your Medicare number is equally as important as your social security number. It should only be shared with a licensed agent who you’ve given consent for enrollment.
Medicare will never call you first. However, when you call Medicare, they will verify your Medicare Number.
Once you have given consent, a Medicare agent will call to verify enrollment. If you did not grant consent, you should deny enrollment.
You should also identify trusted mail pieces. A trusted mail piece will have the name of the agent or agency with their contact information.
If you want to join a Medicare Advantage Plan, call 1-800-MEDICARE to find out which plans are in your area. Once you receive the list of plans, check the plans’ websites or call them to see which best fits your needs.