Find out when you're eligible to enroll in the Healthy Mississippi Bonus Plan.

Call 1-833-201-6413 TTY: 711 for enrollment information.

8 AM – 8PM CST, 7 days a week from October 1 to March 31, and Monday through Friday from April 1 to September 30. 

Don't miss your enrollment window.

Be sure to sign up when you’re eligible. If you don’t sign up when you’re eligible, you might owe a penalty. Medicare beneficiaries who go for 63 days or more without "creditable drug coverage" must pay a late enrollment penalty. Creditable coverage is prescription drug coverage that meets Original Medicare’s standards.

You may be eligible to enroll if you...

  • are turning or recently turned 65
  • are 65 or older and qualify for a special enrollment period
  • have both Medicare and Medicaid (enrollment options may vary based on plans available in your area)
  • have recently moved to the area
  • are age 65 or older and have a spouse entitled to Social Security benefits, even if you are not
  • are losing your retiree health coverage
  • have a chronic health condition
  • are under 65 and have received Social Security disability benefits for at least 24 months
  • are age 65 or older and are the widow/widower of someone entitled to Social Security benefits
  • qualify for Medicare coverage and are shopping for plans during the Annual Enrollment (AEP)

Understanding Enrollment Periods

Medicare enrollment periods refer to times when you can join, switch, or make changes to a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.

Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)

The  Annual Enrollment Period  starts October 15 and ends on December 7. During this time period, you can…

  • Enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan from Original Medicare
  • Switch from one MA plan to another MA plan
  • Switch from a Medicare Advantage plan back to Original Medicare
  • Add or drop Part D coverage

Initial Enrollment Period (IEP)

The Initial Enrollment Period is when you first become eligible to sign up for Medicare, typically at age 65. This period begins three months before your 65th birthday and lasts for three months afterward. For instance, if your birthday is in April, you can enroll from January through July.

If you enroll in the three months before your birthday, coverage begins on the first day of your birthday month. If you sign up during or after your birthday month, coverage starts on the first day of the month following your application approval.

Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs)

  • You move out of your coverage area
  • You become eligible for Medicaid
  • You move to an institution, like a skilled nursing facility or long term care hospital
  • You qualify for Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs
  • You want to switch to a plan with a 5-star overall quality rating
  • There are other special circumstances where you may qualify for a special enrollment period. If you have questions, call us at 1-833-201-6413 TTY:711

Open Enrollment Period (OEP)

The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) starts Jan. 1 and ends on March 31. During this period, you are allowed to make one change to your Medicare plan type.

The following changes are allowed:

  • Switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another
  • Switch from a Medicare Advantage plan back to Original Medicare (but not from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage plan)
  • Add or drop Part D coverage

Understanding Medicare

Medicare can be complex, but don't worry - you're in good hands. Whether you're new to Medicare or just looking for a refresher, this guide will help you navigate your options and find what's best for you. We're here to assist you every step of the way.

Turning 65

Turning 65? To learn more about the Healthy Mississippi Bonus Plan, click here.

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