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Medicare open enrollment scams are ramping up. Here's how to protect your identity this fall

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The annual Medicare open enrollment period is quickly approaching, and the 2026 edition is shaping up to be a busy one. From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, many beneficiaries will start their Medicare benefits or consider changing plans.

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    Medicare open enrollment scams are ramping up. Here's how to protect your identity this fall (opens Local News 8)

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    The annual Medicare open enrollment period is quickly approaching, and the 2026 edition is shaping up to be a busy one. From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, many beneficiaries will start their Medicare benefits or consider changing plans.

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