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Talk Insurance with Ohio Department of Insurance Staff at the Ohio State Fair
Ohio Department of Insurance staff will be at the Ohio State Fair this year in various locations to engage fairgoers by answering insurance questions and providing educational materials. This includes from the department's booth in the Bricker Marketplace Building the duration of the fair, which runs July 23 to Aug. 3.
Fairgoers on RecoveryOhio's Mental Health Day, July 25, will find behavioral health and mental health insurance resources at state agency booths throughout the fairgrounds, including from the department's Ohio Mental Health Insurance Assistance Office, to help make prevention, treatment, and recovery supports more visible and accessible to all Ohioans.
Senior Day at the Ohio State Fair is July 29 and the department's Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will be at the Ohio Department of Aging's Healthy Aging Expo to share Medicare information and answer any questions. Seniors ages 60 and up can enjoy free admission all day long.
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Medicare and Cognitive Health: Understanding Coverage and Support
Did you know that Medicare Part B, which is part of Original Medicare, covers a dedicated visit with a doctor or healthcare provider to evaluate cognitive function? This visit can help identify or confirm conditions such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease and includes the development of a care plan tailored to the individual’s needs.
Cognitive assessments may also be included during other appointments, including the yearly Medicare preventive “Wellness” visit. These evaluations can detect signs of cognitive impairment, such as memory problems, difficulty learning new information, trouble concentrating, managing finances, or making everyday decisions.
It is important to recognize that symptoms of confusion or memory loss can also be caused by conditions like depression, anxiety, or delirium. A thorough assessment helps determine the underlying cause and guides appropriate care and support.
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OSHIIP Holding "Welcome to Medicare" Educational Events
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) is holding "Welcome to Medicare" educational events in-person as well as monthly webinars. The next webinar is July 15.
OSHIIP's representatives provide an overview of Medicare, Part A and B benefits, Part D prescription drug coverage, Medicare supplement plans, Medicare Advantage plans, eligibility, enrollment, financial assistance, and important deadlines.
OSHIIP, nationally recognized for its exceptional service, helped Ohioans on Medicare save $54 million in 2024.
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