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What You Need to Know About Medicare When You Turn 65

Vedanth Bhartee

Writer · Reviewed by Richard Chan

Updated Jun 12, 2026

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CoverRight co-founder Thomas Ness shares a few key points about Medicare that anyone turning 65 should be aware of as they start participating in Medicare. 

  1. Initial Enrollment Period and why it is important
  2. Why it is important to review your plan yearly to make sure you are getting the best coverage
  3. What is your total annual medical cost? Make sure to take into account policy costs, copays, coinsurance, and drug costs.
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