Expert shares tips for choosing the right Medicare plan ahead of enrollment period

A record 4.18 million Americans turn 65 this year and will be eligible for Medicare.

Medicare’s annual enrollment period, which is from Oct. 15–Dec. 7, is right around the corner and this year more people than ever will be making decisions about their coverage.

In fact, 2025 will see a record 4.18 million Americans turn 65 – that’s more than 11,000 people a day suddenly faced with sorting through Medicare options. It’s a milestone moment, but for many families, it’s also overwhelming.

Choosing the wrong plan can mean higher costs, uncovered medications, and unexpected gaps in care.

“A variety of premiums, co-pays, and co-insurance. So I think it’s prudent for people to take a look at both cost and coverage as their options,” said Betsy Chin, senior vice president of Medicare Advantage at UnitedHealthcare.

UnitedHealthcare Medicare & retirement is the largest business dedicated to serving the health and well-being needs of seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries.

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