Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 to December 7 each year. During this period, people with Medicare can review their coverage and make changes that will take effect on January 1, 2026.
What Can You Do During Open Enrollment?
During open enrollment, you can:
Switch between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage
Join, switch, or drop a Part D prescription drug plan
Compare plan costs, covered drugs, and provider networks
Learn more about your options here:
https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/medicare-costs-at-a-glance
How To Enroll or Make Changes
You can enroll in Medicare or change your plan:
Online through Medicare.gov or Social Security
By calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
By contacting a Medicare plan directly
Compare or change plans:
https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare
Sign up for Medicare through Social Security:
https://www.ssa.gov/medicare/sign-up
Get Free, Unbiased Help
Free, one-on-one counseling is available through:
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP):
https://www.shiphelp.org/
California HICAP (Medicare counseling for California residents):
https://www.aging.ca.gov/Programs_and_Services/Medicare_Counseling/
Help From Congressman Obernolte’s Office
If you live in California’s 23rd Congressional District and need help with Medicare enrollment, billing, or issues with federal agencies, my office is available to assist you. Please contact us at (760) 247-1815 or Jay.Obernolte@mail.house.gov.