Licensed insurance agents Mike Felice, Tom Korek, Sarah Klimas, Mark Szczepinski and Kathy Carvin with HealthMarkets Insurance Agency can help you sort through your Medicare plan options

By Beth Newcomb

For those who will be participating in the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, which this year runs from Sunday, October 15, until Thursday, December 7, your Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) may have provided some information regarding the costs associated with your current Medicare plan and any changes for 2024. Because Medicare plans can change, there may be a possibility, says Mike Felice, a licensed insurance agent with HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, that your plan could offer different coverage for 2024.

“Since plans and costs can change each year, I believe it’s important to review and understand your current plan to ensure it meets your needs for 2024,” he says.

Fellow licensed insurance agent Kathy Carvin adds that it’s part of their personal service model to meet with clients one-on-one to help them understand what their current plan offers them, whether it’s still going to meet their needs moving forward, and whether there are any cost increases associated with having that plan.

“With each of our clients, we dive into the details of Medicare,” shares licensed insurance agent Mark Szczepinski, who, along with licensed insurance agents Sarah Klimas and Tom Korek, rounds out the team at the HealthMarkets North Olmsted office. “The first is prescriptions. We’ll help you ensure your medications are covered and that the cost of your prescriptions meets your budget. Then we’ll talk about your provider network. We’ll help you choose a plan that includes your doctors and hospital. Finally, we’ll discuss what your plan covers, and any costs associated with the plan.”

“As licensed insurance agents, we want to help guide you through the Medicare Advantage enrollment process and help you find a plan that fits your needs,” Sarah says.

Aside from helping you with your Medicare options, there is a component to the process that only the North Olmsted team can offer—their friendship.

“Our focus is on the people we help,” Tom emphasizes. “This isn’t a transactional relationship. This is about helping people. We can work with you. We’re a resource. We’re available to you throughout the year, not just during the enrollment period.”

Sarah says some clients struggle during the year to understand their plan details. She says they’re happy to help clarify things.

“Medicare can be complicated or difficult to understand,” adds Kathy. “You might feel like pulling your hair out. We’re here to make things easier—and to provide guidance.”

New Location
“Demand for our services continues to grow,” says Mike. “After eight years in this community, we’ve established ourselves as a go-to resource for help with Medicare options. The need to include more top agents in our office has never been greater, and we’ve answered the call by adding Tom, Sarah and Mark to our team.”

This year, HealthMarkets North Olmsted is also easier to find. The team’s new office is strategically located on Great Northern Blvd., right next to Half-Priced Books.

HealthMarkets North Olmsted is now located at 4679 Great Northern Blvd., in North Olmsted. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Other times by appointment.

Put Your Agent on Speed Dial
Kathy Carvin, 216-375-5902
Mike Felice, 440-378-4210
Mark Szczepinski, 216-262-8043
Sarah Klimas, 216-496-7487
Tom Korek, 440-465-6151

HealthMarkets Insurance Agency, Inc. is licensed as an insurance agency in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Not all agents are licensed to sell all products. Service and product availability varies by state. Agents may be compensated based on enrollment. No obligation to enroll. 50294-HM-1023