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Statewide Events Launched to Help Ohioans Navigate Medicare Open Enrollment
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) has launched its annual Medicare Checkup events to help Ohioans navigate Medicare’s fall open enrollment, Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. During this period, Ohioans can review their current coverage and make plan selections for 2026.
OSHIIP is offering both in-person and virtual events throughout the state. These sessions will cover the basics of Medicare, explain changes, and provide unbiased guidance on how to review and compare plans. Attendees will also learn about prescription drug coverage options, financial assistance programs, and strategies to reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Before Oct. 15, the events are focused on education, helping participants understand the Medicare landscape and prepare for enrollment. Once the enrollment period begins, OSHIIP will often include personalized plan comparisons and one-on-one counseling to assist individuals in making informed decisions. With Medicare plans changing each year, Ohioans should review benefits, costs, and coverage details carefully. Information on 2026 Medicare plans will be available starting Oct. 1 at medicare.gov.
Ohioans can find the schedule of in-person events, organized by county, as well as virtual event options at insurance.ohio.gov. The website also features an interactive calendar to book virtual one-on-one counseling sessions. OSHIIP representatives are also available at 800-686-1578 and oshiipmail@insurance.ohio.gov to provide assistance.
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Medicare Open Enrollment Virtual Town Hall Oct. 2
Representatives from the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will host a live, virtual Medicare Town Hall on Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. to help Ohioans with Medicare open enrollment.
Participants will receive guidance on how to make informed decisions, including how to choose and enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan. The town hall will also highlight Medicare changes and ways to lower prescription drug and premium costs. Register for the town hall .
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Medicare Beneficiaries Urged to Watch for Notices on Upcoming Plan Changes
Starting in September, Ohioans on Medicare 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 Medicare 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 is essential that Ohioans carefully review these notices as part of the process to determine what Medicare coverage will most suit their needs for 2026. If the notices are not received, individuals should promptly contact their plan to request copies.
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Healthy Aging, Sickle Cell Disease, and Substance Use Recovery
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is raising awareness about healthy aging, sickle cell disease, and substance use recovery in September. Click the links to explore available resources and learn more.
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