How a Government Health Insurance Counselor Can Help
By Joseph L. Matthews, Caring.com Expert
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Confused about what kind of benefits your loved one is eligible for? You may benefit from the assistance of a government health insurance counselor.
The State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP, provides free, one-on-one help with questions about Medicare plans and policies, including Parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Medigap. SHIP government health insurance counselors can help patients and caregivers sort through insurance options, understand medical bills, and appeal Medicare decisions.