The Idaho Department of Insurance is advertising free information as open enrollment in Medicare begins Tuesday.
State insurance agencies are also encouraging eligible and existing enrollees to consider plan options and costs during the open application period for federal health programs that provide health insurance to older Americans.
When is Medicare open enrollment? What is it?
Medicare open enrollment begins October 15th and ends December 7th.
The Idaho Department of Insurance announced in a news release this month that it’s now time for Idahoans to enroll in a new plan or make changes to their existing plan for prescription drugs and Medicare benefits.
The Idaho Department of Insurance also allows people to protect themselves from inappropriate marketing during open enrollment by visiting its website online at doi.idaho.gov/shiba/medicare-improper-marketing/. says it can be done.
“Medicare can be confusing, and plans and personal circumstances can change. If you are an Idaho senior on Medicare and want to take the time to review your plan during the open enrollment period. It is important to choose the plan that best fits your medical needs,” said Dean Cameron, director of the Idaho Department of Insurance, in a release.
How can I get free information about Medicare?
The Idaho Department of Insurance’s Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBAs) will be able to share free Medicare information with eligible and existing beneficiaries of federal health programs, including reviewing Medicare coverage options, according to the release.
Call SHIBA’s toll-free helpline at 800-247-4422.
This allows you to speak with a SHIBA counselor and register for monthly Medicare webinar workshops.
“We strongly encourage consumers to seek guidance from our SHIBA representatives and authorized agents,” Prime Minister Cameron said in a release.
SHIBA will host a Medicare Review Workshop at Pinehurst, 107 Main St., on Wednesday from 1:30 to 3 p.m., according to a separate news release from the Idaho Department of Insurance.
If you are interested in participating, please call SHIBA’s toll-free helpline at 800-247-4422.
“It is important that Medicare plans are reviewed annually,” Prime Minister David Cameron said in a news release. “Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans are subject to change annually, including premiums, provider networks, copays/coinsurance, pharmacy networks, covered drugs, additional benefits, etc. SHIBA Medicare Review Work Shop is a free opportunity for consumers to make sure their plan is the best one for their current health needs.”
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