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09/03/2026

Your Medicare Advantage plan can change the costs, benefits, drug coverage, pharmacy network, and provider network from year to year. An Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) is a document that your Medicare insurance carrier is required to mail to you in September.

When you receive your ANOC, review it carefully! During Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period, October 15 through December 7, people with Medicare can make certain changes for the following year.

Before deciding to stay with your current plan, ask:

❓Are my doctors still in the network?
❓Are all my prescriptions still covered?
❓Have my copays, premiums, or maximum out-of-pocket costs changed?
❓Have any additional benefits offered in my Advantage plan changed or been eliminated?

After you've had a chance to review your ANOC, and note which changes are important for your medical or financial needs, schedule an appointment with your local, trusted Messmore Agency Medicare agent. Our annual reviews are *free* and your needs are always our priority!

330-247-2478
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09/02/2026

Medicare doesn't cover everything!

This week's Medicare Insurance Q&A blog shares what's included, excluded, exceptions and more: https://messmoreagencymedicare.wordpress.com/2026/09/02/medicare-doesnt-cover-everything/

Questions? We have answers!
330-247-2478
www.messmoreagency.com

Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

Original Medicare includes Parts A (inpatient hospital insurance) and Part B (outpatient medical coverage). In previous posts, we’ve discussed what original Medicare is, when to enroll, and w…

09/01/2026

🥳 If your birthday is in September, Happy Birthday from your friends at Messmore Agency! 🥳

If you are turning 65 in November, give us a call now to schedule a Medicare enrollment appointment. Our licensed agents can help you navigate the enrollment process, troubleshoot any questions you may have, and discuss your health insurance options.

Planning ahead will help relieve the stress and frustration of the Medicare process.
330-247-2478
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Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

09/01/2026

📬Your Annual Notice of Change arrives in September! When it arrives, read it carefully then meet with your local, trusted Messmore Agency agent to discuss your 2027 coverage needs. 330-247-2478

Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

08/31/2026

Monday Medicare Moment

From Medicare on Facebook:
If you’re looking for a new doctor who takes Medicare, visit https://go.medicare.gov/4wT1Wxi to compare health providers in your area. Search by distance, practice type, specialty, and more.

Your local Medicare agent with Messmore Agency can also help you find health providers in your plan network. Our meetings are always free. You can call or schedule online for a time and place that's most convenient for you, including your kitchen table.

330-247-2478
www.messmoreagency.com/meet

As the Annual Enrollment Period approaches, be sure to keep track of your providers and prescriptions, along with the Advantage Plan benefits you use most. We will need that information when we meet for our *free* annual coverage review!

Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

08/31/2026

🗓This is the final week for the Cuyahoga Falls office's summer hours. We will be staffed this week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 9 AM and 2 PM.

As always, you can schedule a free consultation 6 days a week with a phone call (330-247-2478) or online (www.messmoreagency.com/meet).

08/28/2026

Did you know....

Brain games help seniors by building cognitive reserve, improving processing speed and memory, and stimulating neuroplasticity. Clinical research—including [McGill University findings on programs like BrainHQ]—shows that targeted mental exercises can strengthen brain chemical systems and support long-term mental sharpness as people age.

Why not start your day with a brain game or two? You have many options online, but if you're looking for a place to start, try https://www.merriam-webster.com/games.

Challenge yourself with dozens of word games, puzzles, crosswords, and quizzes with new content every day!

08/27/2026

Why should you choose a Local Medicare Agent?

Messmore Agency's Medicare Team has 30+ years of experience!

We are
✅Trained & Licensed;
✅Kind & Understanding;
✅with Knowledge & Experience you can trust!

How can we help you?
330-247-2478
www.messmoreagency.com

Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

08/26/2026

Every September brings ANOC to your door. ANOC is the acronym for the Annual Notice of Change, a document sent by your Medicare Plan provider, if you have a private Medicare Plan, such as an Advantage (Part C) or Prescription Drug Plan (PDP, Part D). This mandatory report lists changes in your coverage, service area, or costs which will become effective on January 1.

This week's Medicare Insurance Q&A blog covers how you can use the ANOC to prepare for Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period starting October 15: https://messmoreagencymedicare.wordpress.com/2026/08/26/get-ready-for-anoc-in-september/

When you have questions, we have answers. How can we help you?
330-247-2478
www.messmoreagency.com

Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.

08/25/2026

Don't miss your initial Medicare enrollment period! Schedule a free Medicare consultation: 330-247-2478

Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 146 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program to get information on all of your options.