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OSHIIP 'Welcome to Medicare' Virtual Educational Event April 8
Join Ohio Department of Insurance Director Judith L. French and staff from the department's Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) for a virtual educational event on April 8 at 10 a.m. to kick off OSHIIP's spring 'Welcome to Medicare' outreach.
OSHIIP staff will provide an overview of Medicare, Part A and B benefits, Part D prescription drug coverage, Medicare supplement plans, Medicare Advantage plans, eligibility, enrollment, coverage options, financial assistance, and important deadlines.
Whether someone is new to Medicare or already enrolled, this free event is the perfect resource to learn more about Medicare. Registration is required.
In addition, OSHIIP is providing monthly 'Welcome to Medicare' webinars and individual Medicare counseling. Individuals can schedule virtual, one-on-one appointments with OSHIIP representatives who can answer Medicare questions and provide guidance based on a person’s situation. Help is also available by phone through the OSHIIP hotline at 800-686-1578 and email at oshiipmail@insurance.ohio.gov.
In 2025, OSHIIP staff and its statewide network of certified volunteers saved Ohioans more than $77 million and assisted thousands of people with Medicare.
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Ohio Department of Aging Warns of Scam Calls Targeting Golden Buckeye Participants
The Ohio Department of Aging (AGE) is alerting Ohioans to reports of a phone scam involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the Golden Buckeye program. Residents have reported receiving unsolicited calls from scammers attempting to obtain personal information, including protected data such as Social Security numbers. These calls are not from the Ohio Department of Aging.
Ohioans can report scam attempts to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov or the Ohio Attorney General's Office at inquiries.ohioattornegeneral.gov. Anyone who believes they may have been a victim of this scam should contact their local law enforcement agency.
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OSHIIP Volunteers Making Significant Impact for Ohioans
National Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 19-25 and staff of the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) are grateful for the program's compassionate and dedicated certified volunteers, numbering more that 500 people with diverse backgrounds and skillsets serving Ohioans on Medicare in communities across the state.
Last year, OSHIIP volunteers gave a total of 82,881 hours of their time at a value of more than $2.6 million.
Who exactly do OSHIIP staff and volunteers serve and support? Here's some insight:
- Seniors (65 and older): Especially those enrolling in Medicare or looking to understand their coverage options.
- Caregivers: Family members or others helping someone manage their healthcare decisions.
- Medicare Beneficiaries: Anyone already enrolled in Medicare who needs help with coverage, claims, or costs.
- People Needing Long-Term Care Insurance Guidance: Including those planning for future healthcare needs.
- People with Disabilities: Under 65 who qualify for Medicare due to disability.
- Pre-Retirees: Individuals nearing retirement who need help planning for health insurance needs.
- Low-Income Individuals: Who may qualify for Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, or Extra Help with prescriptions.
- People with Questions About Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and Part D: Helping them compare options or enroll.
To learn about becoming an OSHIIP volunteer, visit the Ohio Department of Insurance website.
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