What does open enrollment mean? Open enrollment is a designated time each year when you can enroll in new health insurance plans or change your existing coverage. This period is particularly relevant for individuals based on their age and Medicare status. If you are enrolled in Medicare or are over 65, this period is known as the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). For the year … [Read more...]
CMS Kicks-off campaign to prepare for New Medicare Cards for Seniors
On Tuesday, May 30, 2017, CMS kicked-off a multi-faceted outreach campaign to help providers get ready for new Medicare cards. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is preparing a fraud prevention initiative that removes Social Security numbers from Medicare cards to help fight identity theft, and safeguards taxpayer dollars. So, how will this work? The new … [Read more...]