Seniors have until Dec. 7 -- not New Year's Eve as in the
past -- to join, drop or switch health care and drug plans for 2012.
But they can start making their choices this Saturday, Oct. 15,
instead of waiting until mid-November as in previous years. The
change will allow more time for processing.
Sebelius kicks off open enrollment Wednesday at a senior center
in Hershey, Pa.
Medicare recommends that all seniors review their coverage during
open enrollment, since important insurance details can change.
Nearly 30 million beneficiaries are signed up in Medicare Advantage
and prescription plans.
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