Idaho SHIBA

📌Medicare Open Enrollment ends this Sunday, December 7th! If you need help over the weekend,
✔️ Meet with a local trusted insurance agent
✔️ Call 1-800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227)
✔️ Visit Medicare Plan Finder (click link below)⬇️

*Remember, if your plan ends as of 12/31/2025 and is not continuing into 2026, you have a special enrollment period until 2/28/2025. However, make sure to enroll before 12/31/2025, so you do not go without coverage.

Find a Medicare plan

🌄 Evaluating Medicare Plans? Here’s an Easy Way to Start.

If you’re wondering which Medicare plan is right for you, you’re not alone. Comparing options can be confusing! Thankfully, Medicare offers an online plan evaluator to help make it easier.

Just plug in your plan preferences, medications, pharmacies, and doctors. The tool will help you compare costs across different plans, highlighting the ones that may work best for your needs.

📘 Ready to learn more? Visit the Plan Finder at https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/ #/?lang=en&year=2026

💡 Medicare Open Enrollment Is Under Way!

If you have Medicare, now is the time to make changes that could save you money and improve your coverage in 2026. During Medicare’s Open Enrollment (Oct 15 – Dec 7), you can:
✔️ Switch between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage
✔️ Change Medicare Advantage plans
✔️ Join, drop, or switch a Part D drug plan

Changes take effect on January 1, 2026.

Need help deciding? Try the Medicare Plan Finder at https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/ #/?lang=en&year=2026

On November 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2026 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs, and the 2026 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts. For more information, visit:

2026 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles | CMS 2026 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles2026 Medicare Part D Income-Related Monthly Adjustment AmountsOn November 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2026 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs, and t...

Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Period is happening now! Unfortunately this is time for bad actors to take advantage. Watch this video from CMS for tips to protect yourself, family, and friends.

Look Out for Enrollment Fraud This video explains some common Medicare enrollment fraud schemes and how to protect yourself, especially during the Open Enrollment Period (October 15 – Dec...

Why Medicare Fraud Is Surging—and How to Protect Yourself

Why Medicare Fraud Is Surging—and How to Protect Yourself Medicare scams are getting smarter. Learn how to spot fake billing, identity theft, and enrollment traps—and keep your benefits safe.

A good reminder to review your plan and ensure your providers are in network.

Medicare Advantage Enrollees Have Access to About Half of the Physicians Available to Traditional Medicare Beneficiaries | KFF Medicare Advantage enrollees were in a plan that included just under half (48%) of all physicians available to traditional Medicare beneficiaries in their area in 2022, on average. The limitations of provider networks illustrate one of the key tradeoffs for beneficiaries in choosing Medicare Advanta...

📅 Medicare Open Enrollment is almost here!

From October 15 – December 7, 2025, you’ll have the chance to review your Medicare coverage and make changes that start on January 1, 2026.

✅ New plans?
✅ Lower costs?
✅ Better coverage for your needs?

SHIBA counselors can walk you through your options at no cost. Don’t wait—be ready when the window opens!

👉 Call us at 800-247-4422 to get started.
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Idaho Department of Insurance Urges Medicare Beneficiaries to Review Plans During Open Enrollment • Press Release • Idaho Department of Insurance Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, 2025, and the Idaho Department of Insurance (DOI) is advising Medicare beneficiaries to carefully review their options this year.

Find Your Best Medicare Fit

Did you know there are multiple Medicare coverage options?
✔️ Original Medicare
✔️ Medicare Advantage
✔️ Prescription Drug Plans
✔️ Medigap (Supplemental)

Each one has pros and cons, and what’s right for someone else may not be your best fit. SHIBA's counselors can help you make the choice that's right for YOU.

📞 Call SHIBA today at 800-247-4422 for more information.

Medicare Open Enrollment starts October 15!

This is your annual opportunity to:
✔️ Review your plan
✔️ Make changes
✔️ Ensure your coverage fits your health and budget

It only comes once a year, and SHIBA is here to help Idahoans understand their options—at no cost.

📞 Call today at 800-247-4422 to prepare with a trained SHIBA counselor.
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For Falls Prevention Awareness Month, The Idaho Commission on Aging and The Falls Prevention Coalition of Idaho are offering FREE online webinars, to raise awareness about falls and help your learn how to prevent them.

To view webinar descriptions and register please visit: https://aging.idaho.gov/stay-healthy/disease-prevention-health-promotions/falls/