When can Mrs. Silva expect her new Medicare Advantage coverage to start?

The new Medicare Advantage coverage typically starts on the first day of the next month after an individual has successfully enrolled. This timing provides a structured schedule for both beneficiaries and the plans themselves, ensuring that there is a clear transition period. Enrollees can expect their coverage to be active from that point forward, allowing them to access benefits continuously without interruption.

In the case of immediate coverage upon signing up, it's important to remember that there are specific enrollment periods laid out by Medicare, and benefits do not start instantly. Coverage also cannot start on specific future dates like the date of a return from vacation, as eligibility is tied to the plan's established timelines. Moreover, transitioning coverage after a current coverage lapses could potentially leave a beneficiary without coverage, which is not how Medicare Advantage plans are designed to function.