The Nebraska SHIIP is now scheduling appointments to review your 2020 Medicare options. Click Here to see a list of enrollment events happening across the state. 2020 is bringing new, expanded options to Nebraskans with Medicare. Nebraskans can expect to see more plan options available in more counties. Your opportunity to review these new options is fast approaching. Medicare Open Enrollment, the once a year time to change coverage, runs from October 15 - December 7. Nebraska SHIIP encourages all individuals with Medicare to compare their coverage options each year. A comparison could result in lower premiums and better coverage. To schedule your personalized comparison, call 1-800-234-7119.
Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) educates people with Medicare, assisting seniors and individuals with disabilities make informed decisions about health insurance.
Because Medicare can be confusing, the State of Nebraska has developed a program to educate older Nebraskans and people with disabilities about their health insurance and increase awareness of health care fraud. This program is known as the Nebraska Senior Health Insurance Information Program, or SHIIP. The Nebraska SHIIP program is funded through federal grants provided by the Administration on Community Living.
The Nebraska SHIIP does not sell any products or policies, does not conduct market research, and is not related to any insurance companies. SHIIP not only provides presentations at senior centers and other organizations but also maintains a counseling program for Nebraskans who request one-on-one assistance. SHIIP counselors provide accurate, objective information; they help you understand your options so that you can make a better-informed decision.
Private counseling sessions may be scheduled to discuss Medicare benefits, Medicare Advantage products, Medicare Supplement policies, Medicare Part D, or healthcare fraud - just to name a few. All SHIIP presentations and counseling sessions are free and unbiased. Also, all counseling sessions are completely confidential.
