Medicare plays a key role in providing health and financial security to beneficiaries residing in Ohio. With more than 2.3 million Ohio beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare, we’ll cover some very important information below about Medicare in Ohio. We want to help you better understand your options and make the decision-process as seamless as possible once you’re ready to enroll in Medicare or discover different coverage options.
Ohio Medicare Advantage (Part C), Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D)
For more information on how you can save money on your out-of-pocket costs with a Part C, Part D, or Medigap plan, please click the plans below to learn more. Licensed agents can also answer any of your questions and help you find a plan that fits your needs, lifestyle, and budget by clicking here.
Ohio Medicare Enrollments
Original Medicare Plans
(Part A and B)
Medicare Advantage & Other Health Plans
Stand-alone Medicare Part D (Drug plans)
Total Medicare Beneficiaries in Ohio
Who Qualifies for Medicare in Ohio?
Medicare covers most Ohio residents who are 65 or older, and it also covers disabled Ohio residents. In general, Medicare enrollment in Ohio works the same way as it does in the rest of the country. If you qualify for Original Medicare, also known as Part A and Part B, it will help cover 80% of your health care costs.
When you’re first eligible for Medicare, you have a 7-month Initial Enrollment Period to sign up for Part A and/or Part B. If you’re eligible for Medicare when you turn 65, you can sign up during the 7-month period that:
- Begins 3 months before the month you turn 65
- Includes the month you turn 65
- Ends 3 months after the month you turn 65
In most cases, if you don’t sign up for Part B when you’re first eligible, you’ll have to pay a late enrollment penalty. You’ll be responsible for paying this penalty for as long as you have Part B, and you could have a gap in your health coverage.
Once you reach Medicare eligibility, you can begin choosing additional coverage options to help pay for the remaining 20% of your medical expenses through Medicare Advantage (Part C), Medigap, and/or a Medicare Prescription Drug (Part D) plan.
Local Medicare Health Plan Resources in Ohio
Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) provides free, objective health insurance information and one-on-one counseling to people covered by Medicare and their caregivers. OSHIIP’s hotline experts, speakers bureau, year-round outreach events, webinars, and trained local counselors educate consumers about Original Medicare, Medicare Supplemental Insurance, Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D) – Extra Help Program, Medicare Advantage, and Cost Saving Programs.
Contact: Call 1-800-686-1578 or email oshiipmail@insurance.ohio.gov.The Ohio Department of Insurance is a regulatory agency and consumer protection bureau that licenses insurance agents, provides educational resources, investigates complaints, and answers questions related to Medicare, Part D drug plans, long-term care insurance, and all other policies.
Contact: Call 1-800-686-1526 or email life.health.mcd@insurance.ohio.gov.UHCAN Ohio is a statewide coalition representing more than 20 regional consumer advocacy groups, including Ohio Consumers for Health Coverage. This organization focuses on influencing government policies, giving consumers a voice, and ensuring that all Ohioans have access to affordable, quality medical care. The agency provides information about insurance enrollment, prescription drug assistance, Medicare Extra Help, and insurance complaints.
Contact: Email info@uhcanohio.org or call 614-505-9460The Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA) plans, funds, and delivers services that help older adults and individuals with disabilities remain safe and independent in their homes. With the assistance of area providers, COAAA arranges and coordinates services to help individuals with daily living such as homemaking, transportation, home-delivered meals, and personal care. COAAA offers education and resources to caregivers, professionals, and the public and advocates for programs and policies that benefit older adults and individuals with disabilities. COAAA manages services for 10,500 people and funds services for another 25,000 older adults in eight counties: Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway, and Union. COAAA is operated under the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.
Contact: Email medicare@coaaa.org or call 1-800-589-7277Buckeye Hills Regional Council is a council of governments dedicated to improving the lives of residents in southeast Ohio. Their Medicaid + Medicare support services enable eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities to continue living in their homes and receive the support they need to have a quality of life.
Contact: Call 740-374-9436 or email info@buckeyehills.orgThe Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (AAA) is a nonprofit agency that serves Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca, and Wyandot Counties. They have programs for all ages and all income levels; however, they specialize in services and programs for older adults and anyone with disabilities.
Contact: Call 1-800-860-5799Jewish Family Service: Licensed social workers and OSHIP-certified experts provide personalized Medicare counseling at Cincinnati-based Jewish Family Service. Trained professionals help seniors of all faiths compare Medicare plans, including HMOs, PPOs, and prescription drug coverage.
Contact: Call 513-469-1188 or email info@jfscinti.org.
The licensed agents that are partnered with Timefor65 can help you compare the availability, benefits, and costs of Medicare plans in your specific region of Ohio. Our process makes it easier for you to access your Medicare eligibility in Ohio so that you receive personalized, affordable, and easy-to-use coverage options and solutions. Fill out the form or give us a call at (866) 327‑0148 anytime to get a free quote or to ask any questions.