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Statewide Events Underway to Prepare Ohioans for Medicare Open Enrollment
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) has launched its annual statewide Medicare Checkup events to help Ohioans prepare for Medicare’s fall open enrollment, Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, for 2025 coverage. OSHIIP, part of the Ohio Department of Insurance, offers virtual and in-person events, providing insight about Medicare coverage. These events include information on Medicare basics, plan comparisons, prescription coverage, financial assistance, and cost-saving tips.
Before Oct. 15, the focus is on educational presentations, while after the enrollment period starts, personalized plan comparisons and one-on-one counseling will be available. With annual changes in plans, it is essential to review benefits, costs, and coverage details. Medicare’s 2025 plan information will be available on Oct. 1 at medicare.gov.
Ohioans can find the full Medicare Checkup events schedule, search by county, and register for events at insurance.ohio.gov. For personalized assistance, Ohioans can schedule virtual appointments, contact OSHIIP via email at oshiipmail@insurance.ohio.gov, and call 800-686-1578.
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Medicare Town Hall with ODI Director Judith L. French and OSHIIP Staff
Join Ohio Department of Insurance Director Judith L. French and the department’s Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program Medicare experts for a live, virtual Medicare Town Hall on Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. to learn about the upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment and changes for 2025.
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Medicare Beneficiaries Urged to Watch for Notices on Upcoming Plan Changes
Starting in September, Medicare beneficiaries should be on the lookout for important notices detailing changes to their plans for the upcoming year. Those enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan or a Part D prescription drug plan will receive an Annual Notice of Change and an Evidence of Coverage, which must be sent by their plan no later than Sept. 30. These documents provide critical information about any modifications to coverage, costs, and benefits.
It’s essential that beneficiaries carefully review these notices as part of the process to determine what Medicare coverage will most suit their needs for 2025. If the notices are not received, individuals should promptly contact their plan to request copies. The window to make adjustments to Medicare coverage is during the open enrollment period, which runs from Oct. 15 to Dec 7.
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