Skip to main content
Loading Events

« All Events

Medicare 101: Simplifying Enrollment and Benefits

October 30 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Free

About This Webinar

For almost 60 years, Medicare has provided health coverage for adults over age 65 and individuals with qualifying medical conditions. Though it’s a household name, many people shudder at the thought of trying to understand the Medicare program or navigate the ins and outs of their benefits. But understanding and utilizing Medicare benefits can be as easy as AB(C)D!

During this session, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of Medicare basics, including its history and the key differences between Medicare and Medicaid. They will learn about the enrollment process and timing to ensure they are properly covered. The session will also cover the various benefits available under Medicare’s different parts, helping participants to maximize their healthcare coverage. Additionally, there will be a focus on coordinating care between Medicare and other programs such as Tricare for Life and Veterans Affairs benefits, ensuring seamless integration and optimized care for all eligible participants.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discover the fundamentals of Medicare.
  • Review Medicare enrollment process.
  • Explore various benefits available under Medicare.
  • Identify care coordination between Medicare and other programs.

Presenters

Andrew Crocker

Senior Extension Program Specialist, Gerontology and Health
Family and Community Health
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

As Extension Program Specialist – Gerontology and Health at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Andy Crocker’s focus is the health and well-being of older adults. His main role is to support the County Extension Agents for Family and Community Health in their efforts to educate older adults, caregivers, and the professionals who serve them. Since joining AgriLife Extension in 2003, Mr. Crocker has worked to develop resources to help older adults improve their health literacy through communication with their health provider and better medication management; navigate the Internet and access reliable health information; and provide information and referral to grandparents rearing their grandchildren.

Continuing Education (CE) Credit

  • Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS)This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). 
  • Certified Personal and Family Finance Educator (CPFFE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credits from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). 
  • Accredited Financial Counselors (AFC): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credits by the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education (AFCPE). 
  • Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPA): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) contact hours by The Patient Advocate Certification Board. 
  • Board Certified Case Managers: This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) clock hours from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC).
  • Certified Personal Finance Counselors (CPFC): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credits from The Center for Financial Certifications (FinCert.org). **Note: Eligibility for CE credit will close date
  • Certified Family Life Educators (CFLE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credits from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). 
  • Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education credit from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC).
  • Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists: This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credits from the University of Texas at Austin, Steve Hicks School of Social Work. Check with your state licensing agency for reciprocity and/or credit approval if licensed for other professions or in one of the following states: CO, FL, HI, IA, KS, KY, MI, NY, ND, OH, OK
  • OneOp Certificates of Attendance are available for those interested in additional documentation of professional development activities.

Event Materials

Webinar slides and resources will be added the day prior to the live session.

Photo Credit: iStockphoto, andreswd

Details

Date:
October 30
Time:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Cost:
Free
Event Category:
Event Tags:

How To Join

Complete the registration form with your name, email address, and how you learned about this webinar. You should receive a confirmation email shortly after with the connection information. Please email us at [email protected] if you have any questions or need technical support.

If you are unable to join the webinar via Zoom, please view the live-streamed webinar at https://www.youtube.com/c/OneOp/live.

More Info

Format
Upcoming Webinars
Continuing Education Credits Available
AAFCS
AFCPE
BCPA
CCMC
CPFE
FINCERT
NCFR
NCHEC
UTSW
Webinar URL
https://auburn.zoom.us/j/82474565384
Webinar ID
8247 4565 384
Dial in numbers
If you are unable to connect to Zoom or access YouTube
dial in by phone: 1 301 715 8592
International numbers
International numbers available: https://auburn.zoom.us/u/kqtp5RZgD

Would you like to attend this FREE webinar?

145 Going
RSVP Here