How to Enroll in a Medicare Plan

Follow these steps to compare plans and submit an application using our Medicare Quote & Enroll tool

Before you begin.

Have these items ready before opening the Quote & Enroll tool:

• Your ZIP code and county.
• Your medications, including strength, quantity and how often you take them.
• Your preferred pharmacy’s name and location.
• For Medicare Advantage plans, your doctors and hospitals.

Check that the tool shows the coverage year you want.

For a stand-alone Part D drug plan, focus on medication coverage, pharmacy pricing and total estimated yearly costs.

Need help? Call LeAnne at (858) 376-7801.

Enrollment steps

  1. Open the quote tool
    Select "Quote & Enroll” in the website menu. Keep these instructions open for reference.

  2. Enter your ZIP code
    Confirm your county and choose the coverage year you want.

  3. Add your medications and pharmacy
    Enter each medication’s name, strength, quantity and frequency. Select your preferred pharmacy. For Medicare Advantage, also add your doctors and their locations.

  4. Compare plans
    Review medication coverage, pharmacy pricing and total estimated yearly costs—not just the monthly premium. For Medicare Advantage, also confirm your doctors and hospitals are in the plan’s network.

  5. Read the plan documents
    Select “View Details” and review the Summary of Benefits and other documents. Check coverage rules and restrictions before deciding.

  6. Start your application
    Select your chosen plan and add it to the cart, if available. Follow the prompts to enter your information.

  7. Choose the correct enrollment reason
    Select AEP (Annual Enrollment Period) only when applying during October 15–December 7 for the following year. At other times, select only an enrollment period you qualify for.

  8. Review, submit and save
    Check your information and requested start date. Complete all prompts until you receive a submission confirmation. Save it and watch for the insurer’s enrollment decision.

Adding a plan to your cart does not submit your application. Coverage must be confirmed by the insurer.

If enrollment is unavailable or you need help, call LeAnne at (858) 376-7801. Screens and options may vary by plan.