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AARP Medicare Enrollment^SM Guide

Learn About Medicare

Medicare can be confusing. Details matter, and the decisions you make can affect you for the next year — and sometimes your entire life. We’ll provide the information you need to make the best choices for you right now.

If you need additional guidance navigating the Medicare Enrollment Guide, head to the AARP Help Center, available online 24/7.

1. Medicare Essentials

Terms, common questions, deadlines and penalties

2. The Parts of Medicare

Key differences among the four parts and Medigap

3. Costs and Coverage

Expenses to expect, possible financial aid and what kind of coverage you’ll receive

4. What’s the Right Plan for Me?

Make three decisions to create your own Medicare Enrollment Guide and get the coverage you need

5. Ready to Enroll

This library of articles will help you determine when and how to sign up for Medicare as well as how to get financial assistance.

6. What's Next

Enrolling in Medicare is a milestone, but you still have more to do

AARP Medicare EnrollmentSM Guide

Learn About Medicare

AARP Medicare Enrollment^SM Guide