Millions of Americans will have fewer options during Medicare open enrollment this year

October 7, 2026 · 9:00 am 2 sources

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• Millions of Americans will have fewer options during Medicare open enrollment this year
  MarketWatch · October 9, 2026 14:50
  There will be no Medicare Advantage plans in 181 counties in 2027, up from 67 in 2026.