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Idaho Senior Insurance Plans (ID)

A new health insurance option was made available in Idaho called the Medicare-Medicaid Coordinated Plan. It was created in 2007 and is only available to those who are qualified for both Medicare and Medicaid. If you are unable to be enrolled in the Coordinated Plan, you will automatically be signed up for the Medicare Enhanced Plan; this option gives you basic benefits. With the Coordinated Plan, you are placed into the Medicare Advantage Plan (this has managed care), but Medicare is your primary provider for making the payments medical expenses.

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Those that decide to enroll in the Coordinated Plan have the option of getting nutritional support, wellness services and preventative care support. This plan is also considered integrated because participants get coverage from both Medicare and Medicaid. Besides the Coordinated Plan, there are also Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs)*. To have benefits from this option, you must elect to receive them during the enrollment process. You receive extra benefits added on to your Medicare policy, such as discounts for prescription drugs. There are low co-payments and deductibles for this option, but if you have a low income, supplemental support is available. You can find more information about Medicare options available in Idaho online or by asking your health care physician.

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If you're unable to determine which plan is best for you, then SHIBA may be a good resource to look into.

Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) is part of a network of state health insurance assistance programs across the United States. In Idaho, SHIBA is funded by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency which administers the Medicare program, and the Idaho Department of Insurance. SHIBA is a part of the Department of Insurance, Consumer Affairs, which:

• Investigates claims and insurance fraud.
• Provides advocacy services for consumers.
• Provides assistance with insurance problems or questions on life, disability, long term care, property, casualty, and health insurance.

SHIBA and Idaho Senior Care

SHIBA offers free and unbiased information, counseling, and assistance regarding senior health insurance. They do not sell insurance, recommend policies, agents, or specific companies.

SHIBA's goal is to provide you with up-to-date and objective information to assist you in making informed buying decisions and can be reached at 800-247-4422.

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Providers for Medicare plans available in ID¹

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Blue Cross
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