What is Medicare?

Preparing for retirement also means preparing for Medicare.  Knowing when to enroll, how to sign up for Medicare, and understanding coverage options ahead of time can make a meaningful difference.  On this episode of Money Unscripted, host Ally Donnelly talks with Ryann Little from Fidelity's Medicare Services team about navigating Medicare with confidence and ways to avoid costly Medicare mistakes.  Help take control of your health care in retirement by knowing the ABCs of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D. Watch now.

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Get help choosing the right Medicare plan.    Fidelity Medicare Services can help you compare options and enroll in the right coverage for you.   Learn more: https://medicare.fidelity.com/home/

Learn about Medicare: Our educational tools and resources can help you learn throughout your Medicare journey: https://medicare.fidelity.com/learning-center

Medicare enrollment: Time to change plans? See practical tips on when it makes sense to make a switch in Medicare coverage: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personalfinance/retirement/medicare-enrollment-plans

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