Seniors on Medicare are often encouraged to review their healthcare coverage options during the program's fall open enrollment period, which runs from mid-October through early December every year. And you may have decided to move from one Medicare Advantage plan to another this past fall (which would mean getting a new Advantage plan for the start of 2023).

But what if that new Medicare Advantage plan isn't working out? Maybe you're finding that your costs are already higher than anticipated, and that's putting a strain on your limited retirement income. Or maybe your costs are manageable -- especially in light of this year's Social Security raise -- but you're having a hard time finding providers that are conveniently located to you.

Having easy, affordable access to healthcare is essential during retirement. When you're older, it's important to monitor existing health issues and be on the lookout for new ones. And so it's important to have a Medicare plan that serves your needs well. And if your new Advantage plan isn't cutting it, it pays to make a switch.

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