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Situation

The shopper is aging-in to Medicare eligible for Medicare for the first time due to turning 65. This is a common situation and easy to work with as it grants an SEP for Medicare Advantage/PDPs and allow for GI enrollment into supplements.

When to Enroll

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titleMedicare Advantage/PDPs
  • Up to 3 months before the the first day of the month of the 65th, birthday, the month of, and up to 3 months after.

  • If the enrollment is completed during the initial 3 months of the enrollment window, the effective date will occur on the first day of the month of the 65th birthday.

  • If the enrollment occurs anytime after the initial 3 months of the enrollment window, the effective date will occur on the first day of the month after the enrollment took place.

  • It is best to complete the enrollment during the first 3 months to avoid a potential lapse in coverage.

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