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How to apply for Arizona State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) — Medicare Counseling
Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES), Division of Aging and Adult Services — delivered through the Area Agencies on Aging
Who it's for
Arizona's SHIP gives free, unbiased Medicare counseling. Trained counselors help compare Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D drug plans, and Medigap, and help enroll in programs that lower Medicare costs (Extra Help and the Medicare Savings Program). Counselors do not sell or endorse any plan. Call 1-800-432-4040.
A free counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families and caregivers — no income or asset test. Counselors are not licensed agents and do not sell plans. The value is in informed plan choices and the cost-saving programs counselors help you enroll in.
What you'll need
- Medicare card
- Current insurance information
- A list of current medications (helpful for Part D comparisons)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-432-4040
Renewals
annual
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