Ohio Medicare: Medicare Advantage Plans in Ohio (OH)

Medicare Advantage Plans in Ohio

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How Do Medicare Advantage Plans in Ohio Work?

Are you an Ohio resident approaching age 65? If so, it’s time to learn about Medicare Insurance to better understand the healthcare coverage you’ll want to have today and down the road. SelectQuote can help guide you through your Medicare enrollment options, including Medicare Advantage plans in Ohio.

Medicare Advantage Plans are also known as Medicare Part C. Part C/Medicare Advantage plans offer Ohio residents a way to receive both hospital coverage from Medicare Part A and insurance for doctor’s office visits covered by Medicare Part B. Medicare Advantage plans are Medicare-approved, are sold by private insurance companies, offer at least the same level of coverage as Medicare Parts A and B and often include additional benefits.

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Am I Eligible for Medicare Advantage Enrollment in Ohio?

The good news is that your Medicare Advantage eligibility is easy to determine. If you’re eligible for Medicare Parts A and B, you’re also eligible for Part C plans in Ohio assuming you reside in an area where Medicare Advantage plans are sold. Copayments, coinsurance and deductibles vary depending upon the Medicare Advantage plan in which you enroll.

Ohio residents cannot be enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan and a Medicare Supplement Insurance plan at the same time. A Medicare Supplement Insurance plan helps cover some of the gaps in coverage such as copayments, coinsurance and deductibles that aren’t covered by Medicare Parts A and B.

Will a Medicare Advantage Plan Cover Prescription Drugs in Ohio?

Ohio residents looking for prescription drug coverage may want to consider a Medicare Part C plan, as some Medicare Advantage plans may include a Medicare Prescription Drug plan. A Medicare Advantage plan with prescription drug coverage is called a MAPD plan.

Most Popular Medicare Advantage Plans in Ohio

Finding the right Medicare Advantage plan in Ohio is a process unique to you. Among Ohio residents enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, 60% choose an HMO/HMOPOS plan while 38% choose a Local PPO, as reported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services (CMS.gov). Knowing how much Medicare plan coverage you need will help determine the right Medicare Advantage plan for your needs and budget.

You can become more informed about the right Medicare Advantage plans available in Ohio by contacting a SelectQuote licensed insurance agent to guide you through the Medicare maze. Acting as your advocate, our licensed insurance agents help you weigh the Medicare Advantage plan options in your area, understand costs and answer questions throughout the process. SelectQuote individually shops more than 20 national insurance companies to help you find the right plan for your needs.

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When is the Ohio Medicare Advantage Plan Enrollment Period?

Enrollment in a Medicare Advantage plan occurs during specified enrollment periods. Medicare enrollment in Ohio opens for residents prior to turning age 65 or earlier for those younger and with certain conditions. The Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) runs for seven months.

IEP begins three months before turning age 65, including the birthday month, and ends three months after the birthday month. It is also the time allotted for enrollment in Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. For example, if you’re an Ohio resident who celebrates a March birthday, your IEP runs from December to June.

You may also enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan during the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, which occurs annually each fall. Medicare’s AEP runs from October 15 through December 7 each year. The key dates for AEP are as follows:

Oct. 15 – Annual Enrollment Period Begins

Dec. 7 – Annual Enrollment Period Ends

Jan. 1 – First Date Coverage can start

During the Annual Enrollment every year, Ohio residents can:

Switch from Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare) to a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan
Change from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another
Switch from one Prescription Drug (Part D) plan to another
Add a Prescription Drug (Part D) plan if you didn’t enroll when first eligible for Medicare

In addition to AEP, Ohio residents who are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan can make a one-time plan change during the Open Enrollment (OEP) period, which occurs each year from January 1 through March 31. There are also Medicare Special Enrollment Periods (SEP) you may be able to enroll in Medicare or make changes to your existing Medicare Advantage coverage because of certain events and life changes, such as moving or losing employer coverage.

Is an Ohio Medicare Advantage Plan Right for You?

Now is the perfect time to make sure you’re receiving all the Medicare benefits available to you. A SelectQuote licensed insurance agent can ensure you’re staying up-to-date with annual changes insurance companies make to Medicare plans. As a trusted third-party company that specializes in helping consumers understand their Medicare options, SelectQuote can help you find the right Ohio Medicare Advantage plan to meet your individual needs.

To ensure you are getting all the benefits you need, call or complete your online form today. Let SelectQuote’s experienced licensed insurance agents simplify the Medicare maze by comparing rates and independently shopping insurance companies to help you find an affordable option that meets your unique needs.

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