Additional information about Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage
- For information about Original Medicare and to enroll, visit medicare.gov
- Information about deductible rates for Original Medicare vs. a Medicare Advantage plan
- Information about supplemental (Medigap or other) health insurance coverage from a current or former employer, union or Medicaid
- Information about pre-existing conditions
- Information about prior authorizations for Medicare Advantage plans sponsored by private insurance companies
- Information about health and drug plans
- Information about out-of-network costs and how to handle them
- The Oklahoma Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP) provides accurate and objective counseling, assistance, and advocacy relating to Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage, long-term care and other related health coverage plans. Call the Senior Help Line at (800) 763-2828.
- Read the U.S. Senate subcommittee’s report on Medicare Advantage private insurers are intentionally using prior authorizations to boost profits.
Medicare Open Enrollment Season runs Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2024
Now is the time to make sure you’re choosing the best Medicare option for you in 2025.
For more information visit Medicare.gov