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Can I be charged a higher premium for Medicare Advantage plans if I have a pre-existing condition or if I smoke?

If I sign up for a Medicare Advantage plan during the Medicare Open Enrollment period, when will the coverage take effect?

There are a lot of Medicare Advantage plan options in my area. How do I decide which plan is best for me?

I want to switch from Medicare Advantage to traditional Medicare, but I still want drug coverage. What do I need to do?

How and when can I switch from Medicare Advantage to traditional Medicare? Is there a form I need to fill out? Can I make that change during the Medicare Open Enrollment period?

Can I receive extra benefits from a Medicare Advantage plan that I wouldn’t be able to get in traditional Medicare?

Are covered benefits and cost-sharing requirements under Medicare Advantage plans the same? How can I compare?

How can I find out if my doctor is in a Medicare Advantage plan network?

I just became eligible for Medicare this summer and signed up for a Medicare Advantage plan, but I’m still not sure if I like my plan. Can I switch plans during this year’s Medicare Open Enrollment period?

I am enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, but have recently made plans to do some traveling throughout the United States. Will my plan provide the same coverage in all the states I visit?