Watch: Older Americans Say They Feel Stuck in Medicare Advantage Plans

By Sarah Jane Tribble January 22, 2024

As enrollment in private Medicare Advantage plans grows, so do concerns about how well the coverage works, including from people who say they are stuck in the private plans as their health declines. KFF Health News’ Sarah Jane Tribble explains.

Read Tribble’s full article on Medicare Advantage here.

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Watch: Older Americans Say They Feel Stuck in Medicare Advantage Plans

By Sarah Jane Tribble January 22, 2024

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<h1>Watch: Older Americans Say They Feel Stuck in Medicare Advantage Plans</h1>
	<span class="byline">Sarah Jane Tribble, KFF Health News</span>

<p>As enrollment in private Medicare Advantage plans grows, so do concerns about how well the coverage works, including from people who say they are stuck in the private plans as their health declines. KFF Health News’ Sarah Jane Tribble explains.</p>

<p>Read Tribble’s full article on Medicare Advantage <a href="https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/medicare-advantage-medigap-enrollment-trap-switch-preexisting-conditions/">here</a>.</p>

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