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State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Connects Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers with free local counseling about Medicare coverage, enrollment, costs, and benefits.
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Varies by state
Insurance
National
Older Adults, Disabled Adults, Caregivers
WHAT THIS RESOURCE HELPS WITH
I need help understanding insurance • I need Medicare help • I don't know where to start
CANCER TYPES
All Cancers
STATES SERVED
All U.S. states and territories
GEOGRAPHIC AVAILABILITY
National
WHO QUALIFIES
Medicare beneficiaries • people approaching Medicare eligibility • caregivers • and family members seeking unbiased Medicare help
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Medicare-related questions
INCOME REQUIREMENTS
None
HOW TO APPLY
Find local SHIP office and contact counselor
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Medicare card or coverage details may be helpful
TIME TO APPLY
15-30 minutes
APPROVAL SPEED
Varies by local SHIP office
DIFFICULTY
Easy
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