Medicare Advantage Enrollment in California

Medicare Advantage plans are offered by health insurance companies, such as Anthem. You can apply for a Medicare Advantage plan when you first become eligible for Medicare. There are also other times during the year when you can change your Medicare Advantage plan. For the most part, unless you are signing up for Medicare for the first time, Medicare Advantage enrollment periods fall at around the same time each year.

Medicare Advantage Enrollment Period

Whether you’re joining a Medicare Advantage plan for the first time or want to make changes, to an existing Medicare Advantage plan, there are many things to keep in mind. You’ll need to know if you qualify for an enrollment period, when your benefits will start, and what happens if you don’t meet the deadlines.

Medicare Advantage Enrollment Dates to Consider

The table below is written to specifically show you how to switch or apply for Medicare Advantage plans during different Medicare enrollment periods. If you are new to Medicare we also have information about how to enroll in your Medicare Part A and B benefits.

How to enroll in Medicare Advantage

We can help you find the right Medicare Advantage Plan for your lifestyle and budget. We have tools to help you search for plans based on what’s important to you. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll provide a recommendation on the Medicare plan that matches you best. You can compare our HMO, PPO and other plans based on benefits, costs, quality, prescription drug coverage, and doctors. You can save your favorites and come back during one of the enrollment periods to apply.