Medicare 101: Part 1 (LRCCD Employee Benefits)
Date and Time
Friday, February 20, 2026
12:30 to 1:00 pm
Location
This is an online event.
Contact
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Region 9
rosfoora@cms.hhs.gov
(415) 744-3501
Cost
Free
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) presents the first session in our four-part Medicare 101 series! We'll cover:
- Medicare eligibility requirements – Who qualifies for Medicare and when
- Introduction to the four parts of Medicare – Understanding Parts A, B, C, and D
- How and when to enroll – Navigating your Initial Enrollment Period
- Special Enrollment Periods – When you can enroll outside normal timeframes and avoid penalties
- Avoiding late enrollment penalties – Critical information that can save you money
- Safeguarding your Medicare information – Protecting yourself from fraud
- Real-world enrollment scenarios – Stories that illustrate key concepts
Who Should Attend
Anyone is welcome! This session is perfect for:
- People approaching Medicare eligibility
- Family members helping loved ones navigate Medicare
- Community advocates and navigators
- Healthcare providers
- Anyone interested in learning about Medicare fundamentals
About CMS Current
CMS Current is our monthly 30-minute webinar series designed to provide quick, accessible information about CMS programs and resources. Each session is designed to give you practical knowledge you can use in your work and share with the communities you serve.
Please share this invitation with colleagues, partners, and anyone who would benefit from learning about Medicare!