This handbook describes the Medicare program in 2017. The handbook provides detailed descriptions of the important benefits designed to keep you healthy. If you have specific questions about Medicare, visit Medicare.gov to find the answers you need. You can also call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).

Do you know about all of the different Election Periods for Medicare? This fact sheet helps you understand your options.

Medicare doesn't cover everything. If you need certain services Medicare doesn't cover, you'll have to pay for them yourself unless you have other insurance or you're in a Medicare health plan that covers them.

Learn about the basics of what a Medigap policy is and what it may cover.