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Save the Date: OSHIIP Welcome to Medicare Town Hall April 8
Join Ohio Department of Insurance Director Judith L. French and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) for a virtual Welcome to Medicare Town Hall on April 8 at 11 a.m.
OSHIIP's Medicare experts will provide an overview of Medicare, Part A and B benefits, Part D prescription drug coverage, Medicare supplement plans, Medicare Advantage plans, eligibility, enrollment, and coverage options.
Whether someone is new to Medicare or just needs a refresher, this free webinar is the perfect resource to learn about coverage options, financial assistance, and important deadlines.
Register here!
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OSHIIP Conducting Statewide Welcome to Medicare Events
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) is holding Welcome to Medicare events in certain counties across the state.
If someone will be eligible for Medicare soon and has questions, is helping a friend or family member navigate their Medicare benefits, or is currently on Medicare and has questions or concerns, this is the perfect informative, helpful, in-person engagement.
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New Eligibility Thresholds: Updated Brochures on Medicare Part D Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs Available
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program has updated its brochures for Medicare Part D Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs, reflecting the latest income and resource eligibility thresholds for financial assistance.
Extra Help assists those with limited income and resources in covering Medicare prescription drug costs. For individuals with low income who do not qualify for full Medicaid, there are four Medicare Savings Programs available to help pay for healthcare coverage.
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Medicare Enrollment Opportunities Underway
Ohioans who did not sign up for Medicare Part A and B during their initial enrollment period or a special enrollment period after retiring can still enroll during Medicare's general enrollment period. This period runs until March 31.
The Medicare Advantage open enrollment period also runs until March 31, allowing Ohioans to switch Medicare Advantage plans or return to Original Medicare. This is especially important for those whose providers are out of network in their current plan.
Coverage starts the first of the month after enrollment. Coverage options are available at medicare.gov.
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