Medicare Open Enrollment starts on October 15^th and ends on December 7^th.  Open Enrollment allows those on Medicare to reevaluate their plans and make any necessary changes. If you would like assistance in determining if your current plan is right for your medical needs the Yancey Cooperative Extension SHIIP Coordinator can help.  SHIIP stands for Senior Health Insurance Information Program and SHIIP Coordinators receive extensive training in all aspects of Medicare coverage.  The SHIIP Coordinator in Burnsville has over 20 years of experience with Medicare and since SHIIP Coordinators are not insurance agents and they do not work for or receive compensation from the insurance industry they are able provide completely unbiased advice.  If you would like some help navigating the confusing world of Medicare coverage, please call for an appointment at (828) 682-6186 and ask to speak to Vivian. She will go through your current plan to make sure it will best serve your needs for the next year.  This service is provided free of charge and has the potential to save you money .