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Some Medicare Advantage Plans Are Ending for 2027—Be Sure to Check Yours Now… As your local rural hospital, we know how important it is to have access to care close to home. With Medicare Advantage plans changing for 2027, we encourage you to review your options carefully and confirm that your coverage supports access to the doctors and hospital you count on. Do not assume your current plan will continue. Some Medicare Advantage plans will no longer be offered in parts of Nebraska in 2027. Read your insurer’s renewal and nonrenewal notices and contact your plan to find out whether you need to select replacement coverage. Medicare Open Enrollment: October 15–December 7, 2026. Changes made during this period take effect January 1, 2027. People who already have Medicare can review and change Medicare Advantage or prescription drug coverage, including returning to traditional Medicare. Memorial Community Health encourages you to consider traditional Medicare (Original Medicare) with Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) and, when needed, a separate Part D prescription drug plan. Compare total costs, prescription coverage, provider access and prior authorization requirements—not just advertised extras. Confirm your preferred hospital and providers participate in any plan you are considering. Before switching: Fall open enrollment does not guarantee acceptance into a Medicare supplement. If your Advantage plan is ending, special enrollment and supplement protections may apply. Keep your nonrenewal notice and confirm eligibility, acceptance and coverage start dates before dropping existing coverage. For more information: • Nebraska SHIP: Call 1-800-234-7119 for free, unbiased Medicare counseling. • Medicare: Call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) to speak with a representative, or visit Medicare.gov to start a live chat. TTY: 1-877-486-2048.