Question

a client enrolled in an mapd during aep realizes in february the plan doesnt include their doctor. can they make a change? no, they must wait for aep no, unless they move counties yes, but only to original medicare yes, ma oep allows a switch to another ma or to original medicare

Explanation:

The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) runs from January 1 to March 31 each year. During this period, individuals enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) plan can switch to another Medicare Advantage (MA) plan or drop their MA plan to return to Original Medicare. Since the client realizes the issue in February, which falls within the MA OEP, they are eligible for this change.

Answer:

Yes, MA OEP allows a switch to another MA or to Original Medicare