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Medicare is a federal health insurance program, covering a wide range of services to keep you healthy as you get older. Learn more about the different parts of Medicare, how to enroll, what it could cost, and what health care services Medicare does and does not cover.
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A Complete Guide to Medicare Open Enrollment

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3 Ways to Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment

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How to Choose a Medicare Plan During Open Enrollment

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5 Steps to Getting Started With Medicare

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If you’re 65 or getting close to it, enrolling in Medicare may be on your mind. This 5-step checklist can help you get started with confidence.

Who Is the Best Person to Talk to About Medicare?

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Choosing a Medicare plan is an important decision, but it’s not necessarily an easy one. Here’s where to turn for unbiased support and guidance.

Need Help Understanding Medicare Enrollment?

Timing is critically important when it comes to enrolling in Medicare. If you think you will want Medicare at any point in your life—and you most likely will—you need to understand when you can and should enroll. 

Most Medicare Advantage (MA) plans include Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Here’s what you should know when choosing an MA plan.

Can I Use My Flex Card for Transportation Services?

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What Is the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)?

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Misleading Medicare Marketing: Don't Be Misled During Medicare Open Enrollment

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Medicare Fraud, Errors, and Abuse: How Older Adults Can Protect Themselves

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