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Can I switch from Medicare Advantage back to Original Medicare?

You can generally switch back to Original Medicare during Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period or the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, though picking up a Medigap policy afterward may involve medical underwriting outside specific guaranteed-issue situations.

Last updated 2026-06-27GetFastRates.com Editorial TeamLicensed insurance review process
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Plain-English explanation

You can generally switch back to Original Medicare during Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period or the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, though picking up a Medigap policy afterward may involve medical underwriting outside specific guaranteed-issue situations.

When to call a licensed agent

Call before switching back to Original Medicare to understand whether you'll be able to get a Medigap policy without health underwriting in your situation.

Questions about this myth

Why is this switching from Medicare Advantage question confusing?

Insurance answers often depend on policy language, state rules, timing, networks, benefits, and exclusions. A short myth answer can help, but it is not a personal coverage decision.

When should I call instead of guessing?

Call when timing, claims, doctors, prescriptions, enrollment windows, beneficiaries, or policy exclusions could change the answer for your situation.

Related resources

Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)Understand Medicare's yearly plan-change window.Guaranteed IssueReview when Medigap insurers must accept you regardless of health.

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