Medicare open enrollment for 2026 begins
Medicare open enrollment for 2026 began Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. During the annual enrollment period, Medicare-eligible individuals can check their status, choose plans or change plans during the open enrollment period, including switching from Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans to Traditional Medicare. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services projects the average monthly premium for MA plans will fall by $2.40 in 2026 to $14.00, while the average standalone monthly total premium for a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan will fall by $3.81 to $34.50. Among other changes this year, out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs will be capped at $2,100.
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