Your healthcare journey begins with one important question: what are my options, and which one is right for me?
With the MA OEP, you’ll find a clear trade-off: specific benefits come with corresponding limitations.
Allowed ChangesThe special advantage open enrollment period allows Medicare Advantage enrollees to switch between any plans within their service area.
Participants can choose plans with or without prescription drug coverage, and even return to Original Medicare with optional Part D coverage.
During this advantage open enrollment period, enrollees can make one change, with modifications taking effect the first of the month following their request.
This provides a structured yet flexible approach to adjusting healthcare coverage based on individual needs.
Restricted ActionsThe Special advantage open enrollment period has strict restrictions on plan changes and enrollments.
Participants cannot enroll in Medicare Advantage for the first time, switch between standalone Part D plans, or make multiple plan changes during this advantage open enrollment period.
By confining the scope, the focus stays squarely on fine-tuning performance for existing Medicare Advantage members.
Enrollment boundaries are in place to prevent any mistakes or misinformation – and as a bonus, they give users a chance to make essential changes to their plans before it’s too late. See how this applies for
open enrollment in Maryland.
