Medicare and Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment runs from Jan. 1 to Mar. 31
Commissioner Causey and SHIIP remind seniors to review, make changes to Medicare Advantage coverage by March 31
Find out more about Medicare Advantage open enrollment
SHIIP counselors available in all 100 counties to answer Medicare questions
SHIIP counselors are not licensed insurance agents, and they do not sell or endorse any product, plan, or company. If you have questions about your specific plan, we encourage you to contact your insurance agent or the insurance company.
Find a local SHIIP counselor
Extra Help Program
If you have to choose between buying groceries or paying your Medicare costs...
SHIIP may be able to help
Considering a Medicare Supplement Plan?
Call the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) at 855-408-1212 for a specific plan comparison and premium details.
Get more information about Medicare supplement plans
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. It often has no symptoms and if it’s not detected and treated, people can lose their sight.
Learn more about Glaucoma
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2022 - Number of People Helped and Cost Savings to Consumers
People Helped Year to Date
Cost Savings to Consumers Year to Date