Brevard County gains new residents from out of state every month, and a permanent move is one of the most common reasons a Special Enrollment Period opens. If you have recently relocated to Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville, Viera, Merritt Island, or anywhere along the Space Coast, work through this list.
1. Update your address with Social Security
Medicare records follow your Social Security record. Updating your address there is the first domino.
2. Check whether your current plan still serves you
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans have defined service areas. A plan from your former state may not operate here, which typically opens a Special Enrollment Period to choose a local plan.
3. Build your Brevard provider list
Identify the primary care physician, specialists, and hospital you intend to use locally, then verify each against the plan you are considering before you enroll.
4. Re-check your pharmacy
Preferred pharmacy status is plan-specific and location-specific. The chain you used up north may not be preferred at your new address.
5. Do not let the SEP clock run out
Special Enrollment Periods are time-limited. If you are unsure how long yours lasts, call and we will figure out your window before it closes.
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