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Medicare Enrollment Assistance

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. Use these resources from NCOA to guide you.
Timing is critically important when it comes to enrolling in Medicare. Use these resources from NCOA to help guide you.

Medicare Enrollment Periods: A Guide for Older Adults

Apr 25, 2025
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How to Choose a Medicare Plan During Open Enrollment

Apr 02, 2025
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Top 6 Questions to Ask Before Enrolling in a Medicare Plan

Oct 30, 2023
There is a lot riding on your choice of a Medicare plan. Here are six questions to consider before deciding on your coverage options.

Who Is the Best Person to Talk to About Medicare?

Apr 10, 2025
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.

What to Do If You Enrolled in the Wrong Medicare Plan

Apr 29, 2025
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Can A State Health Insurance Assistance Program Help Me?

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) offer free and unbiased insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare-eligible individuals, their families, and caregivers. Learn how they can help you understand Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug coverage, supplemental insurance options (Medigap), and long-term care insurance.

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Medicare Eligibility Check: Do You Qualify for Benefits?

May 09, 2025
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5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You

May 09, 2025

When Is the Medicare General Enrollment Period?

Apr 25, 2025

What Are the Medicare Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs)?

Apr 24, 2025

What Is Medicare? A Guide from NCOA

If you're turning 65, you're eligible to apply for Medicare. But oftentimes, understanding the different parts of Medicare, when to enroll, and which type of care is not covered by Medicare can seem complicated. That's why we've created this helpful resource.

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Medicare Guidance

Navigating Medicare coverage options can be confusing. Get trusted, unbiased, and one-on-one counseling and assistance from your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

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