; and (C) by striking could have been entitled for 24 calendar months, and . (c) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply to insurance benefits under title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to items and services furnished in months beginning after December 1 following the date of enactment of this Act, and before January 1 of the year that is 4 years after such date of enactment. 1015. Guaranteed issue of Medigap policies Section 1882 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395ss ) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: (aa) Guaranteed issue for all Medigap-Eligible Medicare beneficiaries Notwithstanding paragraphs (2)(A) and (2)(D) of subsection (s) or any other provision of this section, on or after the date of enactment of this subsection, the issuer of a medicare supplemental policy may not deny or condition the issuance or effectiveness of a medicare supplemental policy, or discriminate in the pricing of the policy, because of health status, claims experience, receipt of health care, or medical condition in the case of any individual entitled to, or enrolled for, benefits under part A and enrolled for benefits under part B. . C Private Health Insurance Availability During Transitional Period 1021. Continuity of care (a) In general The Secretary shall ensure that all individuals enrolled in, or who seek to enroll in, a group health plan, health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer, or the plan established under section 1002 during the transition period of this Act are protected from disruptions in their care during the transition period. (b) Public consultation during transition The Secretary shall consult with communities and advocacy organizations of individuals living with disabilities and other patient advocacy organizations to ensure the transition described in this section takes into account the continuity of care for individuals with disabilities, complex medical needs, or chronic conditions. (c) Definitions In this section,