1. Initial Enrollment Period (IEP)
- standingovationins
- Oct 17
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 20
Your Initial Enrollment Period is your first chance to sign up for Medicare. It lasts for 7 months total:
Starts 3 months before the month you turn 65
Includes your birthday month
Ends 3 months after your birthday month
✅ During this time, you can enroll in Medicare Part A and/or Part B, and add a Part D or medicare Advantage (Part C) plan if you choose.





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