More health insurers are seeking permission to automatically enroll members turning age 65 into their Medicare Advantage plan.
Source: Some Seniors Surprised To Be Automatically Enrolled In Medicare Advantage Plans | Kaiser Health NewsWith Medicare’s specific approval, a health insurance company can enroll a member of its marketplace or other commercial plan into its Medicare Advantage coverage when that individual becomes eligible for Medicare. Called “seamless conversion,” the process requires the insurer to send a letter explaining the new coverage, which takes effect unless the member opts out within 60 days.
An insurer’s notification letter can easily be mistaken or overlooked in the deluge of marketing materials seniors receive.