Medicare open enrollment has begun. Here are the biggest changes for 2027

Open enrollment also comes as inflation adds pressure on seniors whose healthcare costs have risen and as midterm elections are weeks away - (Getty Images)

Medicare enrollees can start choosing their coverage for 2027 from Thursday and they should be aware of a series of changes taking effect next year.

The enrollment window runs until Dec. 7, allowing people to pick between traditional Medicare and privately run Medicare Advantage plans available in their area, as well as prescription drug plans. The plans take effect on Jan. 1.