e. Open Enrollment Period for Institutionalized Individuals (OEPI)

Continuous for an MA-eligible institutionalized individual who moves into, resides in, or moves out of an institution. The OEPI ends two months after the month the individual moves out of the institution. Changes permitted: Enrollment into MA plan (MA-only, MA-PD) Disenrollment from MA plan (MA-only, MA-PD) Enrollment into Original Medicare The OEPI does not permit elections into or out of an MA MSA plan, as provided by 42 CFR § 422.62(a)(4) and 422.62(d). An MAO that has chosen to be closed for OEPI enrollment requests must accept requests for disenrollment during the OEPI, as institutionalized individuals that are eligible to make elections under the OEPI may opt to enroll in Original Medicare or elect a different MA plan at any time. Special rules for MA MSA plans Eligible beneficiaries may enroll in an MA MSA plan (should one be offered in their area) only during their initial coverage election period or the annual election period.