How to apply for Medicare Savings Programs in Mississippi (QMB, SLMB, QI)

Who it's for

Mississippi Medicaid helps people with Medicare and limited income pay their Medicare costs. In the QMB program, Medicaid pays Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance; monthly income must be less than $1,380 for one person or $1,854 for a couple. In the SLMB program (income less than $1,646 or $2,214) and the QI program (income less than $1,846 or $2,485), Medicaid pays the Medicare Part B premium. You must have Medicare Part A. In Mississippi there is no resource test for these programs, so savings do not count. SLMB and QI can start up to three months before the month you apply; QMB starts the month after you are approved. Apply online at access.ms.gov, at a Medicaid regional office, or at your local Social Security office. For questions, call the Division of Medicaid toll-free at 1-800-421-2408.

What you'll need

• Medicare card (showing Part A)
• Call to ask what else to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Medicare Savings Programs in Mississippi (QMB, SLMB, QI). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need medicare card (showing Part A), call to ask what else to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual