During which periods can beneficiaries switch from Medicare Advantage back to Original Medicare?

Beneficiaries can switch from Medicare Advantage back to Original Medicare during the Open Enrollment Period or during Special Enrollment Periods. The Open Enrollment Period occurs annually from October 15 to December 7, during which beneficiaries can make changes to their Medicare coverage, including switching from Medicare Advantage to Original Medicare.

Special Enrollment Periods can occur under specific circumstances, such as moving out of the area served by the Medicare Advantage plan or experiencing certain life events. This flexibility is important because it allows beneficiaries to adjust their coverage based on changes in their health needs or personal circumstances.

The other choices do not accurately describe the conditions under which this transition can be made. While certain assessments or seasonal times like winter months might seem relevant to some health care decisions, they are not tied to the specific regulatory framework that governs Medicare enrollment changes. Therefore, the answer correctly identifies the structured periods provided by Medicare for making such transitions.