SHIIP
Starting October 1st, we will take requests for appointments with our Health Insurance Counselors to go over coverage of Medicare Part D drug plans and Advantage Plans for the coming year.
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Masks are to be worn when entering the building and during the appointment unless counselor and client agree to remove them. Please bring your vaccine card with you.
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We also offer remote counseling via ZOOM with screen sharing or by phone and are also offering limited evening appointments and appointments in Kannapolis. You may also go to Medicare.gov to review your options.
Turning 65 soon?
Have questions about Medicare Supplements or Advantage Plans?
Confused about claims and billing statements?
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SHIIP can help!
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Medicare Open Enrollment Period
is October 15 thru December 7.
for coverage beginning JanUARY 1.
Beneficiaries can change Medicare Advantage Plans and Part D plans
Medicare Advantage open enrollment is January 1 – March 31
Part A / Part B general enrollment period is January 1 – March 31
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In-Person and Virtual Appointments available.
Let our Trained Counselors assist you with getting the best plan and saving you money!
Call 704-216-7704
for an appointment
Watch this Video by Rowan County SHIIP Counselors on Medicare updates.
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Here is the online Medicare Seminar for August 2020, presented by Amanda Buck of Cannon Pharmacy & Ana Herrera Turpin of Rufty Holmes Senior Center alongside Trent Bradshaw & Brandon Rogers of Bradshaw Financial Planning.
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Recorded November 9, 2020.
Senior Health Insurance Information Program is part of North Carolina Department of Insurance.
Our counselors are trained by NC Dept. of Insurance to provide clients with accurate and unbiased information regarding Medicare options.
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SHIIP can help you…
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Understand Medicare
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Choose between Medicare Supplement Plans and Advantage Plans
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Review Medicare Drug Plans
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Understand possible financial assistance
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Learn about Medicare fraud and scams
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Provide information on Long Term Care Insurance