Arkansas Senior Health Insurance Information Program

07/23/2025

Having the right information helps you stay alert.

07/23/2025

Stay informed.

Depending on where you live and when you became eligible for Medicare, you have up to ten different Medigap policies to choose from: A, B, C, D, F, G, K, L, M, and N. Each policy offers a different set of standardized benefits, meaning that policies with the same letter offer the same benefits. However, premiums vary from company to company. Here's a side-by-side comparison of coverage between each of them, along with some special points to note.
Call your SHIP to learn about Medigap enrollment rules in your state and to get help comparing plan options. shiphelp.org/medigaps

08/29/2024

Come see us at FestiVille in Jacksonville, AR on Aug 31st! Along with rides and attractions, there will be a petting zoo, concessions, vendors, a kids area and of course, AR SHIIP will be there to answer all of your Medicare questions! Come on out and have a good time!

08/08/2024

Open Enrollment is fast approaching, starting in mid-October and going until December 7th! Don't hesitate to reach out early for assistance getting enrolled, comparing plans and making the best decisions for your healthcare! Give us a call at 1-800-224-6330! We are confidential, unbiased, educational, FREE and we cover all 75 counties! Let us help you help yourself!

08/08/2024

Good Morning! We don't just help during Open Enrollment! Reach out anytime!

The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) isn’t just for people new to Medicare. SHIP can help you understand and compare options to make the best choices for you and your loved ones. We can also assist you with navigating access to providers, correcting billing issues, and filing complaints and appeals. With your permission, SHIP will work with Medicare directly to help solve problems on your behalf. Hear from real people who got Medicare help from a certified SHIP counselor: www.shiphelp.org/success-stories

07/17/2024

Come out and see us at the Fulton County Fair Senior Day on July 18th, 2024! We will have plenty of information and some goodies to pass out! Bingo starts at noon!

07/11/2024

If you need us, we are always here to help you!

The Medicare Savings Program assists individuals with low income and savings by helping to pay for some of their Medicare expenses. There are three main programs available, each with different benefits and eligibility requirements. If you qualify for the MSP, your Medicare Part B premiums won't be taken out of your Social Security checks, and you'll also be automatically enrolled in Extra Help for Part D prescription drug costs. Your eligibility for enrollment is based on your income, assets, and the information you provide in your application. Talk to a SHIP if you have questions about your eligibility or how to apply. www.shiphelp.org

07/01/2024

Cost savings programs to help make your healthcare more affordable are increasingly important! Please take a minute to read this, and if you have questions, don't hesitate to call our office at 1-800-224-6330.

From premiums to copays and deductibles, it can feel difficult to afford health insurance—especially with rising costs. In this Blog, learn about programs to help you save on your Medicare costs. Read about Medicare Savings, Extra Help, and more programs. Read the blog: www.shiphelp.org/savings

06/24/2024

Arkansas Senior Health Insurance Information Program Tammy Osborn accepting her Certified Volunteer Manager certification from Arkansas Public Administration Consortium on June 13, 2024.

06/13/2024

Tammy Osborn from AR SHIIP with her Certified Volunteer Coordinator certificate, along with Marie Lindquist!

06/12/2024

Arkansas Senior Health Insurance Information Program needs volunteers just like you! Here is a podcast detailing more information about our program! Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions! We will be happy to help you!

SHIIP is Senior Insurance Information Program, government sponsored program helps citizens navigate Medicare. It's free to seniors facing these decisions.

06/12/2024

Medigap policies can be confusing! We can help!

Medigaps are health insurance policies that offer standardized benefits to work with Original Medicare, not with Medicare Advantage. They are sold by private insurance companies. If you have a Medigap, it pays part or all of certain remaining costs after Original Medicare pays first. Medigaps may also cover emergency care when traveling abroad.
It’s important to know that you should usually enroll in a Medigap during your federal Medigap open enrollment period: a one-time, six-month period that begins the month you are 65 or older and enrolled in Medicare Part B. Depending on your situation and the state in which you live, you may be able to enroll at other times, too.

Contact your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP, to speak with a Medicare counselor about your enrollment options. www.shiphelp.org