MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT IS OPEN NOW

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Oct. 15 to Dec. 7

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Switch plans

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About $209.50

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About $292

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Annual Notice

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Total cost

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SHIP

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You roll over

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No cold calls

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Check your plan in 30 minutes

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