Medicare Open Enrollment Really is October 15 through December 7

Yes, Medicare open enrollment really started October 15 and will continue through December 7, 2015.  Some news articles mistakenly list November 1 as the start date for Medicare open enrollment.  Why would they do that?  They get it mixed up with the Obamacare open enrollment that begins on November 1.  Trust me, it's easy to get mixed up!  Remember, Medicare open enrollment has already started, so take time to shop the plans early to avoid the last minute rush.