Fall Open Enrollment, also called the Annual Election Period, takes place from October 15 to December 7 and is the time of year when people with Medicare can make changes to their coverage options. Knowing how to navigate coverage options will help you or your clients make the most informed decisions during Fall Open Enrollment.

The Medicare Savings Program (MSP) can help Medicare beneficiaries save up to $8,000 annually in out-of-pocket Medicare costs. Even more New Yorkers are now eligible for the MSP after the NY State government expanded the income limits last year from 135% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) to 186% of the FPL. Medicare Rights estimates that 300,000 more New Yorkers are now eligible for MSP under this expansion! The Medicare Rights Center’s next Medicare Savings Program (MSP) enrollment training for New York City professionals will be a virtual webinar covering the following topics: – Brief overview of Medicare (Parts A, B, and D) – Comprehensive overview of MSPs – MSP Eligibility – MSP Application process (including how Medicare Rights can facilitate your client’s application) – Overview of other Medicare cost-assistance programs – Technical assistance resources for professionals

Fall Open Enrollment is the time of year when you can change your Medicare coverage, but knowing where to start can be tough. During this Medicare Minute, you’ll learn strategies to choose the coverage that best fits your needs for 2025.

Navigating the Medicare appeals process—whether for Original Medicare, Part D, or Medicare Advantage—can be daunting. Learn when you or your clients are eligible to appeal a denial of service, the various deadlines, and tips for filing.

In the month or two leading up to Fall Open Enrollment, expect some important letters about your Medicare! These notices will tell you how your coverage and costs are changing for the next year. During this Medicare Minute, you’ll learn what to look for in these notices so that you can evaluate how well your coverage will meet your needs in 2025.

From premiums to copays and deductibles, it can feel so difficult to afford health insurance—especially with rising costs all around us. In this Medicare Minute, we’ll tell you about programs that can help you save on your Medicare costs. Expect to hear about programs like the Medicare Savings Program, Extra Help, and more.