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The Fair Square Bulletin: October 2023

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By Daniel Petkevich
Oct 2, 2023

SPECIAL AEP ISSUE

The Annual Election Period (AEP), or the Fall Open Enrollment, occurs from October 15th to December 7th each year. During this period, you can make changes to your Medicare coverage.
Medicare can approve changes to your plan each year, significantly impacting costs, coverages, and networks. Reviewing changes with a trusted advisor is essential to ensure your plan is still a good fit for 2024.

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2023 Medicare Annual Election Period 

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If there is one constant in life, it's change. And if your medical needs or living circumstances change, so should your healthcare coverage. Luckily, Medicare helps you adapt by switching health plans yearly during the fall.
The Annual Election Period (AEP), or the Fall Open Enrollment, occurs from October 15th to December 7th each year...

How to Choose a Medigap Plan

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‎‎‎‎‎Making Sense Out of the Medigap Alphabet Soup
Ever heard folks talking about Plan F or Plan G? Those are Medigap plans. Here, we'll explain what they are and why we think Plan G is a good fit for folks who want the most coverage...

Medicare Advantage or Supplement?

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When to Choose Medicare Advantage over Medicare Supplement:
One of the most significant decisions you can make regarding your Medicare plan is the choice between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement. We understand that the decision is a complex one. There are many different plans to choose from, not to mention deciphering each unique plan’s pros and cons...

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