New Medicare Plan Comparison Tool Launches
The tool helps Medicare beneficiaries compare plans and networks as nearly 3 million people seek new coverage.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Senior Health
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CareCycle has launched a free tool, Match Your Medicare, to help beneficiaries compare three plans side-by-side. The tool uses ZIP code and personal health data to provide cost estimates and network details for the nearly 3 million Americans currently seeking new coverage.
Why it matters
The launch arrives as Medicare Advantage forced disenrollment reached 10% in 2026, creating a coverage crisis for millions of seniors. This tool aims to combat marketing tactics that often prioritize perks over essential factors like doctor networks and prescription coverage.
Federal data shows Medicare Advantage forced disenrollment rose from an average of 1% between 2018 and 2024 to 10% in 2026. While CareCycle has logged over 30,000 hours of AI voice agent calls to support members, the tool's effectiveness in reducing future coverage instability is currently unknown.
The players
CareCycle
A health technology company that provides AI-driven support and enrollment assistance to Medicare beneficiaries.
The details
The tool allows users to input their ZIP code, date of birth, and gender to view up to three Medicare plans simultaneously. It calculates yearly cost estimates, including premiums, copays, and drug costs, while identifying whether a user’s doctors are in-network. To assist with navigation, the platform includes voice-input features for filling out forms without requiring an account or initiating sales calls.
Timeline
Medicare Advantage forced disenrollment averaged 1% annually from 2018 through 2024.
Disenrollment rose to 7% in 2025.
Disenrollment reached 10% in 2026.
CareCycle launched the comparison tool in October 2026.
Health Landscape
The U.S. Medicare landscape is currently navigating a significant period of volatility marked by the 10% Medicare Advantage forced disenrollment rate in 2026. This shift creates a pressing need for neutral, data-driven platforms to help beneficiaries bypass marketing-heavy plan selections.
If you are among the nearly 3 million beneficiaries needing to find a new plan this year, compare your current doctor network and drug coverage before considering new perks. Discuss any potential changes to your coverage with your doctor to ensure your current medical needs remain fully supported.
The takeaway
The sharp increase in forced disenrollment underscores the importance of verifying doctor networks rather than focusing solely on plan perks. Review your coverage documentation thoroughly and consider using neutral comparison resources to ensure your health providers are included in your network.
Further reading
Learn more about navigating Senior Health coverage options effectively.
More information
You can view, compare, and assess plan options using the Medicare plan comparison tool.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FierceHealth.
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