
07/03/2025
Medicare enrollment periods are important times when people can sign up for Medicare or make changes to their plans:
Initial Enrollment Period: when new members first join Medicare
Annual Enrollment Period: (Oct 15 to Dec 7), allows everyone to change their plans if needed
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period: when those already in a Medicare Advantage plan switch or drop their coverage
Special Enrollment Period: for people with specific life changes who can enroll outside the regular times
General Enrollment Period: for anyone who missed their initial sign-up opportunity
Each period helps ensure that people can find the right healthcare options for them.
Talk to your SHIP if you have questions about your Medicare timeline! www.shiphelp.org/locations