Medicare Advantage plans are shutting down, leaving millions without coverage
That's because some insurers are shutting their Medicare Advantage plans, especially in rural areas.
NPR reports: That's because some insurers are shutting their Medicare Advantage plans, especially in rural areas.
Medicare open enrollment starts Thursday, Oct. 15. And for several million seniors across the country it will be especially important.
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