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13. In all states and territories there is a SHIP organization -
Thu Mar 9, 2023, 12:48 AM
Mar 2023

What Is a SHIP and How Can It Help Me?, National Council on Aging
https://www.ncoa.org/article/what-is-a-state-health-insurance-assistance-program-and-how-can-it-help-me

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) offer free and unbiased insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare-eligible individuals, their families, and caregivers.

SHIP counselors are highly trained and certified to help you understand Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug coverage, supplemental insurance options (Medigap), and long-term care insurance.

As needed, they can also refer you to agencies such as the Social Security Administration and State Medicaid offices for more help.


https://www.shiphelp.org/

In Minnesota, the SHIP organization is the Senior Linkage Line

I have a Medigap plan, also called Medicare Supplement

Also a good place to get the basics (and the details) is medicare.gov --
https://www.medicare.gov/medigap-supplemental-insurance-plans/#/m/?year=2023&lang=en



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