Can You Change Medicare Advantage Plans Anytime and How to Change?
The answer is simply no. While it is possible to change a Medicare Advantage plan, you cannot do it at any time you want. Instead, there are certain specific periods each year in which you are allowed to switch a Medicare Advantage plan. These include the initial enrollment period, the open enrollment period for Medicare or Medicare Advantage, and special enrollment periods for specific life events. The next sections will provide more information about each period. [3]
If you want to switch from the current Medicare Advantage plan to a new Medicare Advantage plan, all you need to do is to apply for the new plan. Once you have completed and the new plan takes effect, the old plan will automatically terminate. If you want to change from Medicare Advantage to Original Medicare, then you need to inform your former provider and then call Medicare. [4]
