108 Medicare Terms Defined

Medicare Glossary

Plain-English definitions for every Medicare term — from ABN to ZIP enrollment. No jargon, no confusion.

Terms starting with "E" — 2 terms

E

Employer Group Health Plan (EGHP)

Enrollment

Health coverage offered through an employer, either your own or a spouse's, that may let you delay Medicare enrollment without a late penalty if the coverage is creditable and the employer has 20 or more employees.

Also known as: EGHP, Group Health Plan

Evidence of Coverage (EOC)

Enrollment

A detailed description of what your Medicare Advantage or Part D plan covers, how much it costs, and how the plan works. Plans must send you an EOC each year by October 15.

Also known as: EOC

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