Saturday, August 15, 2026

Medicare Open Enrollment: 3 Mistakes to Avoid

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Medicare Open Enrollment: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
What you need to know
  • Assuming your current plan is still the best one for you
  • [On-screen: “Compare your current costs”] Don’t just look at the monthly premium
  • Check your total yearly cost: premiums, deductibles, copays, and out-of-pocket maximums

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[Close-up of a Medicare card and a pile of plan letters] Medicare Open Enrollment is your one chance each year to change plans—but a lot of people miss money-saving options. The biggest mistake? Assuming your current plan is still the best one for you.

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[On-screen: “Compare your current costs”] Don’t just look at the monthly premium. Check your total yearly cost: premiums, deductibles, copays, and out-of-pocket maximums. A plan with a lower premium can still cost you more overall.

KEY POINT 2

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[B-roll of prescription bottles and a pharmacy receipt] If you take prescriptions, review the drug formulary every year. Plans can change which medications they cover—and what tier they’re on. One small change can turn into a big surprise at the pharmacy.

Medicare Open Enrollment: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
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