“Welcome to Medicare” seminar to be offered at VMH July 12

Russ Hagen ...
Russ Hagen ...

“Welcome to Medicare” is a free, two-hour seminar offered by the Veterans Memorial Hospital Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselors. This program will be held Monday, July 12 from 5-7 p.m. in the Large Conference Room located on the lower level of Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon.

“Welcome to Medicare” will cover Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, the prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare supplement insurance. SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information Program, is a service of the State of Iowa. Veterans Memorial Hospital is a local sponsor for SHIIP in Allamakee County.

Local SHIIP counselor Russ Hagen of Waterville is trained by the State and does not sell or promote any insurance companies, policies or agents. He will be hosting the “Welcome to Medicare” seminar for all those soon enrolling in Medicare. He also holds regular meeting times at the hospital to meet with anyone regarding their Medicare coverage.

Register for the “Welcome to Medicare” seminar by calling Veterans Memorial Hospital at 563-568-3411. Those who have interest in becoming a SHIIP volunteer may also call Veterans Memorial Hospital at the same telephone number.