Which document informs members of changes for the next year?

• A. Annual Notice of Change; informs members of plan changes for the next year.
• B. Annual Summary of Benefits;
• C. Network Status Report;
• D. Enrollment Confirmation.

Answer: (A)

The key idea is identifying which document tells members about what will change in the upcoming year. The document that informs members of changes for the next year is the Annual Notice of Change. It communicates upcoming premium adjustments, benefit or formulary changes, network alterations, cost-sharing shifts, and any other plan redesigns that will take effect next year, so members can decide whether to stay with the plan or switch during open enrollment. The Annual Summary of Benefits, by contrast, describes benefits and costs for the current year rather than changes for the next year. A Network Status Report is more about network information, and Enrollment Confirmation confirms enrollment status after processing.