Medicare Annual Enrollment starts officially tomorrow, October 15. You’ll be able to select new Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug plans through December 7. In some states you’re also able to pick up or change Medicare Supplement plans without a health check or pre-existing condition limitations.

I admit I’m envious of children and teachers right about now. Summer vacation! Sleeping late, time at the beach, a stack of novels and so much laughter. I hope you’re all taking time to step back. I will attempt to do the same. Since we’re keeping it light, let’s spend time with the basics of Medicare. Most people can tell you what they cover, but they can’t tell you what they don’t. Let’s see how you do. Medicare Part A: Inpatient facility care Part A covers hospitals, s