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2025 Medicare Advantage plans

Learn about your Medicare Advantage options for 2025.

Browse 2025 Medicare Advantage and Special Needs Plans (SNPs)

Washington state consumers can find more information about Medicare Advantage plans and SNPs, including prices, by looking for plans in their county.

Compare Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans

Learn about the differences between Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans and what to consider before buying one.

Get started with Medicare

Learn about the different parts of Medicare, how to sign up and what to expect once you get started.

Medicare drug coverage (Part D)

If you have Medicare and want to save on prescription drugs, you can choose extra coverage from approved Part D plans designed to lower your costs.

Medigap (Medicare Supplement) plan coverage and costs

Learn about Medigap plans, what they cost and when you can sign up for one.

When can I sign up for Medicare?

You have multiple opportunities to sign up for Medicare. Each enrollment period has different rules about when you can apply and when your coverage will start.

Need help paying for Medicare?

The Medicare Savings Program helps people on Medicare pay for all or part of their premiums. See if you qualify.

What to expect after you sign up for Medicare

Find out when your Medicare coverage starts, when to expect your Medicare card and when you’ll receive a Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) or Explanation of Benefits (EOB).

Losing Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage

Learn about your health insurance options if you have lost your Apple Health coverage.

Medicare options for people with disabilities

If you're under 65 and receiving Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits, you may be eligible for Medicare benefits.