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Medicare Assistance – SHIP

Get Free, Unbiased Medicare Help You Can Trust at the South Alabama Regional Planning Commission’s AgeSouth, our State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) is here to help you make confident, educated decisions about your Medicare coverage.

What We Do

Our trained, certified counselors provide free, one-on-one assistance to:

  • Explain Medicare Parts A, B, C and D
  • Compare plans and prescription drug coverage
  • Help you enroll or make changes during the Open Enrollment period
  • Screen for cost-saving programs
  • Provide coordination of benefits information (Medicare Vs. Employer Group/Retiree Plans)
  • Assist with Medicare billing and claims questions
  • Protect you from fraud, errors and scams

For information about Medicare Fraud see the Senior Medicare Patrol pag click here.

Why Choose SHIP?
  • 100% free and unbiased
  • No sales pitches — ever
  • Local experts who understand your needs
  • Confidential and personalized guidance
Who We Serve
  • Medicare beneficiaries
  • Caregivers and family members
  • Individuals turning 65 or new to Medicare
  • Professional Human Resource Departments, social organizations & community partners
 How to Get Help
Getting assistance is easy:
  • Call to schedule an appointment in person or by phone.
  • Attend a local Medicare workshop (1stTuesday of every month at 9am.)
  • Meet with a SHIP counselor in person or by phone
  • Community events (booths/health fairs) and speaking engagement opportunities available from SHIP/SMP
Take Control of Your Medicare Today.
Don’t navigate Medicare alone. Let SHIP give you the clarity and confidence you deserve.
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For more information about SHIP, contact our Aging and Disability Resource Center.