Health insurance & Medicare · Akron, Summit County
Supplemental Health Insurance in Akron, Ohio
12.7% of Akron adults aged 19 to 64 have no health insurance, above the Ohio rate of 8.8% (the 3rd-highest uninsured rate for adults 19 to 64 of the 13 Northeast Ohio communities on this site). Accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, cancer, dental and vision coverage that can pay benefits alongside your main health plan. Olive, a licensed agent with Manna Financial Services in Fairborn, helps Akron households compare supplemental health insurance by phone or video, and the first conversation is free.
What matters for supplemental health insurance in Akron
54.1% of Summit County Marketplace shoppers chose Bronze plans for 2026, which carry high deductibles. Accident, critical illness and hospital plans pay cash benefits that can help cover that gap.
26.6% of Akron households include children. Accident plans are a common choice for active families, while hospital and critical illness plans are more common for people with Medicare (15.7% of Akron residents are 65 or older).
Akron by the numbers
- 12.7% of Akron adults aged 19 to 64 have no health insurance, above the Ohio rate of 8.8% (the 3rd-highest uninsured rate for adults 19 to 64 of the 13 Northeast Ohio communities on this site).
- 15.7% of Akron residents are 65 or older, about 29,800 people, below Ohio's 17.9%.
- 26.6% of Akron households include children under 18, below the Ohio figure of 28.3%.
- 7.3% of Akron workers are self-employed, about the same as the Ohio figure of 8.0%. Self-employed people have no employer plan for health, life or disability coverage.
Medicare in Summit County
| Measure | Summit County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| People with Medicare | 127,341 | 2,635,104 |
| In Medicare Advantage or other health plans | 63.4% | 56.6% |
| In Original Medicare | 36.6% | 43.4% |
| Getting Extra Help with drug costs | 24,690 | — |
Akron and nearby communities
| Place | Households with children | 65 or older | Uninsured adults 19–64 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron | 26.6% | 15.7% | 12.7% |
| Cuyahoga Falls | 23.1% | 17.8% | 8.4% |
| Cleveland | 23.4% | 15.0% | 10.7% |
| Canton | 28.3% | 15.6% | 13.8% |
| Ohio | 28.3% | 17.9% | 8.8% |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; CMS Medicare Monthly Enrollment, July 2026.
How we help with supplemental health insurance
- Accident and critical illness plans that pay cash benefits
- Hospital indemnity coverage for inpatient stays
- Dental and vision plans for individuals and families
- Pairs with ACA, employer or Medicare coverage
Rules that apply across Ohio
- Supplemental plans pay fixed benefits and are not major medical coverage. They do not count as ACA minimum essential coverage.
- Many accident, critical illness and hospital plans pay benefits to you directly, to use as you choose.
- Waiting periods and pre-existing condition limits vary by policy, so we compare them before you apply.
Questions from Akron
Is supplemental insurance the same as health insurance?
No. Supplemental plans pay limited, fixed benefits for specific events and do not replace major medical coverage. They work best alongside a health plan.
Do I need to visit an office in Akron?
No. Olive works with Akron and Summit County households by phone or video, so you can compare options from home. Most applications and signatures can be completed online.
Talk with Olive about supplemental health insurance.
Free, no obligation, by phone or video. Or call or text (937) 795-9877.