Did You Know: New Birthday Rule States
New Birthday Rule States:
Virginia:
Effective July 1, 2025, insurers must offer Medicare Supplement policyholders an annual open enrollment period beginning on the individual's birthday and ending 60 days after, where the individual can purchase any policy made available by any insurer in Virginia that offers the same benefits as the current coverage (does not include innovative benefits). In addition, insurers must notify individuals at least 15 days but no more than 30 days prior to the commencement of this annual open enrollment period.
Utah:
Effective May 7, 2025, insurers must offer Medicare Supplement policyholders an annual open enrollment period beginning on the individual's birthday and ending 60 days after, where the individual can switch to a comparable or lower tier plan offered by the same issuer as their current plan, without medical underwriting.
Indiana:
This legislation has passed both the Senate and the House – on its way to the Governor to sign:
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1226/all-info