SHIPs may be what you need this Medicare open enrollment season
- Medicare’s annual enrollment period allows enrollees to make changes to their health insurance coverage
- Choosing the wrong plan could cost beneficiaries hundreds or thousands of dollars
- State health insurance assistance programs (SHIPs) offer resources and representatives to help navigate Medicare
- Beneficiaries can use SHIPs for free, unbiased one-on-one conversations about coverage changes
- The annual enrollment period is from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7
Medicare’s annual enrollment period is a crucial time for beneficiaries to review and make changes to their health insurance coverage. Choosing the wrong plan can result in significant financial costs. To help navigate the complexities of Medicare, beneficiaries can turn to state health insurance assistance programs (SHIPs). These programs provide free resources and representatives who can offer unbiased guidance and support during the enrollment period. SHIPs can help beneficiaries understand their coverage options, eligibility, and out-of-pocket expenses. It is important to take advantage of this assistance to ensure the best possible healthcare coverage. The annual enrollment period runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.
