Medicare Enrollment Periods 2026: Dates, Rules & How to Avoid Penalties

Struggling to keep up with the 2026 Medicare Enrollment Periods? Missing a deadline can lead to lifetime penalties and gaps in your healthcare coverage. In this video, we break down every critical date you need to know for 2026, including the Initial Enrollment Period (IEP), General Enrollment Period (GEP), and the Annual Election Period (AEP).

What’s New in 2026? We also discuss the brand-new 2026 Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for those who received incorrect provider information on the Medicare Plan Finder—a must-know update for this year!

In this video, you will learn: ✅ The 7-month window for your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP). ✅ What to do during the General Enrollment Period (Jan 1 – March 31). ✅ How the 2026 Part D $2,100 out-of-pocket cap affects your choices. ✅ The 2026 Part B Premium updates ($202.90) and Part A deductibles. ✅ How to avoid the Part B and Part D late enrollment penalties.

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