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Medicare and You Handbook

By:Michael Quinn Published onMay 5, 2020June 11, 2026 Updated onJune 11, 2026

Medicare and You Handbook

Every year, you should receive a printed copy of the Medicare and You Handbook towards the end of September (unless you have opted to have it delivered electronically). The Medicare & You handbook includes information about on inpatient coverage (Medicare Part A), outpatient coverage (Medicare Part B), Medicare Supplement plans (Medigap), Medicare Advantage (MAPD), Part D Prescription Drug Coverage, and more. For your reference, the links below will allow you to download the national version of the current and past Medicare & You Handbooks.

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Tired of mail and having the Medicare handbook sent to your mailbox? Would you prefer to go paperless instead? You can choose to get the next handbook delivered electronically by visiting the Medicare and You Handbook order form here.

💡 Your next step: Once you have Medicare, most people add a supplement plan to cover out-of-pocket costs. Compare Medicare Supplement plans to find the right fit.


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      Learn when you need to enroll

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      Part D Drug Plans

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