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Medicare Extra Help for Drug Costs: Do You Qualify? | Optimized Insurance Plans

Optimized Insurance Plans Team

Published on: 14/09/2026

Struggling with prescription costs on Medicare? A federal program called Extra Help can lower Part D drug costs for those who qualify. Here's how it works and how to check.

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Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) 2026 Guide | Optimized Insurance Plans

Optimized Insurance Plans Team

Published on: 03/08/2026

Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period runs Oct 15–Dec 7. Here's a plain-English guide to what you can change, why to review every year, and how to prepare — no pressure.

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