When we go to a new doctor for the first time, there are a few things doctors suggest bringing for the initial visit.

One of the questions patients often ask after they have chosen a Medicare plan is: How do I choose a provider?

A plan that works for one person might not be what works for another person.

As Medicare open enrollment is in full swing, this is a time when many Medicare beneficiaries have questions.

When shopping for a Medicare plan, one of the things people get so focused on is the benefits. In doing so, many often overlook the providers.

It’s that time of year again when millions of Americans across the country will have the opportunity to select or switch their health insurance benefits for the coming year.

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The annual Medicare enrollment period starts on Oct. 15. Learn about your options when it comes to Medicare supplement or a Medicare advantage plan. The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies.

The advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. Although open enrollment is over, you still might have the ability to make changes to your Medicare plan. News 6 will host a Medicare phone bank from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Here, you can ask the experts your questions and get some ideas on what might work best in your life.