General Enrollment Period (GEP)
Medicare Glossary
An annual enrollment window from January 1 through March 31 for people who missed their Initial Enrollment Period to sign up for Medicare Part A and/or Part B. Coverage begins July 1, and late enrollment penalties may apply.
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