Social Security & Medicare Dates

Dates and rules from Social Security and Medicare, in plain English and ready to print. We explain; we don’t sell insurance or give financial advice.

Social Security

• Social Security Payment Schedule for 2026 and 2027: When Your Money Arrives

  When will your Social Security or SSI payment arrive? Find your date by birthday for the rest of 2026 and all of 2027, with a free printable calendar.

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Medicare dates and basics

• Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: Key Dates, a Checklist, and How to Spot Scams

  Medicare Open Enrollment runs October 15 to December 7, 2026. What you can change, what to check first, a printable checklist, and the scams to watch for.

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