Whether you’re a Red or a Brown, a Cavalier or a Bengal, with the right Medicare insurance, you’ll be rooting for your favorite team for years to come. In Ohio, the Medicare options are as vast as the Ohio River. Medicare Advantage is one of the most popular plans in the state, with nearly 900,000 beneficiaries as of 2018.* That’s a lot of Buckeyes taking care of themselves.
*Kaiser Family Foundation https://www.kff.org/medicare/state-indicator/total-medicare-beneficiaries/
To learn more about the available Medicare benefits in your area, call to talk to a licensed agent about Aetna Medicare.
With Medicare, one plan does not fit all. Because of this, it is possible to choose a plan that best meets your specific medical needs. Whether you need coverage for prescription drugs or home care, you can find a Medicare plan best suits you at an affordable rate.
Most Ohioans 65 or older and legal US residents are eligible for Medicare. Some residents under 65 with certain health conditions may be eligible as well. Original Medicare (Parts A and B) gives you plenty of coverage, but for those seeking more benefits, Medicare Advantage plans have you covered. The plans may have vision, dental, hearing and prescription drug coverage.
Medicare’s varied options have different levels of eligibility. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your eligibility for Medicare plans, including Aetna Medicare Advantage, make the call. A friendly, licensed agent can help.
There are three primary Medicare enrollment periods:
If you’re turning 65 soon and enrolling in Medicare for the first time, you have the month of your 65th birthday and a three-month grace period before and after your birthday known as the Initial Enrollment Period.
Already have Original Medicare and want to upgrade your coverage by switching to a Medicare Advantage plan? Make the switch during the Annual Enrollment Period which starts October 15th and ends December 7th every year.
Under some circumstances, you may be able to enroll in a Medicare plan during a Special Enrollment Period. For example, you may be able to enroll in coverage or switch plans if you’ve recently moved to an area where your current plan is not covered. Talk to one of our licensed agents today to see if your special circumstance applies.
Ohio Department of Insurance
The Ohio Department of Insurance is your one-stop shop for information about insurance in the state, including Medicare.
Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP)
One-on-one counseling and health insurance information is free forMedicare beneficiaries through the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP).
The Golden Buckeye Program
If you’re at least 60 years old and want to receive discounts on services like dining, entertainment, auto, and much more, look into the Golden Buckeye Program, from the Ohio Department of Aging.
Ready to enroll in a Medicare plan? Tap or click below to get started. If you need help during the enrollment process, contact a friendly licensed agent at 1-855-200-9401. (TTY: 711, available 24/7)