How Medicare Advantage Special Enrollment Helps Patients Navigate Network Changes

Medicare Advantage Special Enrollment

The article explores the impact of hospitals exiting Medicare Advantage networks, presenting patients with a tough decision between their doctor and insurer. Amidst the blame game between hospitals and insurers, a special enrollment provision offers patients a lifeline to switch plans during such network changes.

Shifting Dynamics

• Insurers claim push-out by hospitals
• Hospitals accuse insurers of network destabilization

Opportunities for Patients

1. Special enrollment periods
2. Choice flexibility
3. Network adaptability