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Health insurance differs by age

Before you turn 65, you have the same health insurance options as employees. Once you enroll in Medicare through the government at age 65, you’re eligible for our UK health insurance which supplements Medicare. It's called Medicare Advantage.

Benefits enrollment timeline by age

Under age 65  
UK Health Insurance
HMO, PPO or Indemnity
Annual Open Enrollment
Spring: late April
Age 65 & over  
UK Health Insurance
Medicare Advantage
Annual Open Enrollment
Fall: October 15 - December 7
2025-26 Retiree benefits booklet

View our 2025-26 Retiree Booklet for information about health, dental and vision insurance. Note: UK Retail Pharmacies is also now the exclusive pharmacy for HMO members. 

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