Retirees recently found out their annual cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security in 2025, and now it's time to enroll for Medicare. Similar to Social Security, the Medicare program has many rules and can be complex.

By Suzanne Potter, Producer Nearly 6.5 million Californians on Medicare can change their plan during the open enrollment period, which just got underway and runs through Dec. 7. People can […]

Share on PinterestBig changes to Medicare plans are in store for 2025 as open enrollment is underway. Joe Raedle/Getty Images Medicare is a federal health insurance program for older adults ages 65 and older.

It's the time of year that Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans are open for new signups and changes. You'll need to act now for 2025 health care coverage.

You'll have an easier time figuring out which plan best suits you if you understand some of the major changes coming to Medicare in 2025. These may not all affect you now, but they're worth keeping in mind as we move into the new year.