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Laurie achieves her health goals
Learn how Laurie found relief from lifelong health struggles when she chose the right Medicare plan along with smart guidance from her Optum doctor.
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Mickey takes control of his diabetes
Learn how Mickey took control of his diabetes when he chose the right Medicare plan along with great support from his Optum care team.
For full details on Medicare's enrollment periods, please review the CMS website at medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048), 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
Frequently asked questions about Medicare choices
Types of plan choices vary by the state you live in. It’s a good idea to find which options:
- Are accepted by our doctors and specialists
- Cover your medicines
- Offer monthly premiums you can afford
Call a local licensed insurance agent at the number on this page to start exploring your Medicare choices.
You can also explore Medicare choices online.
At Optum our doctors accept many kinds of Medicare plans. Over 100 insurance companies across the country select Optum doctors to be part of their network. This makes it easier to choose the most affordable plan for your needs.
When you choose a Medicare plan accepted by our doctors, you make it possible to switch to an Optum doctor with your Medicare Advantage plan if you’re not already seeing one. As an Optum patient with Medicare Advantage, you get a primary care doctor and care team focused on your unique health needs at age 65 and beyond.
Count on:
- Faster, easier and more ways to get care — in the office, virtually or at home
- Extra support to help you reach your health goals
- Care to help you stay healthier and save money*
The best way to learn about your Medicare choices is to talk with a licensed insurance agent. They’ll help you understand your choices and what plans are available to you.
There are many additional ways to get more information:
- Call a licensed insurance agent at the number on this page
- Attend a no-cost, in-person Medicare event
- View our doctors and the Medicare plans they accept
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* 24% lower costs for patients with Medicare Advantage compared to fee-for-service patients. 1Optum Care Unified Data Mart (OCUDM2021); Optum HEDIS reporting. Well-managed Care: Optum Care vs FFS Medicare.
*The contact information listed will direct you to a licensed representative that works with Medicare enrollees to explain Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan options. There may not be plans available in your area. Any information provided is limited to those plans offered in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.