Medicare Enrollment  Resources at CHAS Health

Navigating Medicare can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. CHAS Health partners with licensed Medicare brokers and community organizations to help patients understand their options, enroll in the right plan, and potentially save on healthcare costs.

 

Important Enrollment Dates

Medicare Annual Election Period is October 15 - December 7

If you want to change your Medicare Advantage plan or Medicare prescription drug plan, this is the time. Changes made during this time will be effective on January 1 of the following year.

Meet with a Medicare Broker

Licensed, local Medicare brokers and representatives from Community Health Plan of Washington will be available at select CHAS Health clinics to answer your questions and assist with enrollment.

  • Compare Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans
  • Understand eligibility and enrollment timelines
  • Find a plan that works with your healthcare providers

Choose the Right Plan & Stay In-Network

Did you know you can save money by making sure your providers are in-network with your Medicare plan? CHAS Health accepts Original Medicare, plus these Medicare Advantage plans.

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Medicare Advantage Plans Accepted

Medical Dental
AetnaYesNo
Asuris Northwest HealthYesYes
Blue Cross of IdahoYesYes
Community Health Plan of WashingtonYesYes
HumanaYesYes
Molina Healthcare of WashingtonYesYes
Regence BlueShield of IdahoYesYes
United HealthcareYesYes
WellcareYesYes
WellpointYesNo
CHAS Health also accepts traditional Medicare
CHAS Health is NOT in network with Medicare Advantage plans from Cigna, Kaiser, Providence, or SCAN Health.
Medicare Advantage Plans Accepted Medical Dental
AetnaYesNo
Asuris Northwest HealthYesYes
Blue Cross of IdahoYesYes
Community Health Plan of WashingtonYesYes
HumanaYesYes
Molina Healthcare of WashingtonYesYes
Regence BlueShield of IdahoYesYes
United HealthcareYesYes
WellcareYesYes
WellpointYesNo
CHAS Health also accepts traditional Medicare
CHAS Health is NOT in network with Medicare Advantage plans from Cigna, Kaiser, Providence, or SCAN Health.

For a complete list of plans accepted by CHAS Health, be sure to check out our insurance and payment page.

Save on Your Medicare Costs

Medicare Open Enrollment
You may qualify for programs that help reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
  • Extra Help Program (Part D): Assists with Medicare Part D premiums and prescription drug costs. Learn about Extra Help.
  • Medicare Savings Programs: May help pay your Medicare premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance. Learn more about your state’s Medicare Savings Program below:

Need Help?

Our Patient Resources team is here to guide you through the process.

Or contact a local SHIBA office for free, unbiased service:

Washington State

Idaho