PROVIDENCE – Medicare open enrollment for 2018 coverage runs from Nov. 1 through Dec. 7 for individuals to choose and make changes to health and drug plans, and United Way of Rhode Island has scheduled Saturday help sessions to ease the process.
Each of the next three events will be held at UWRI’s office at 50 Valley St. in Providence from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Trained navigators will be available to meet one-on-one and confidentially with individuals to answer questions about coverage and plan options, and to provide assistance with enrollment. The events are free, but those interested in receiving assistance are asked to make an appointment in advance by calling The POINT at (401) 464-4444 or 2-1-1.
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The upcoming events are scheduled as follows:
- Saturday, Nov. 4
- Saturday, Nov. 18
- Saturday, Dec. 2.
Those attending an open-enrollment event to receive help are asked to bring the following documents and information to assist in the enrollment process: identification; Medicare card and any additional health insurance cards; and a list of prescription medications currently being taken.
Rhode Islanders unable to attend any of UWRI’s scheduled Saturday events may call The POINT at (401) 464-4444 or 2-1-1 for information on Medicare enrollment assistance.
Rob Borkowski is a PBN staff writer. Email him at Borkowski@PBN.com.
