Health Care & Medication
Louisiana Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
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This program provides you with information and printed materials, referrals to other agencies, and one-on-one health insurance counseling at no cost to you. Counselors can answer questions about:

  • Medicare Part A and Part B
  • Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Medicare Part D)
  • Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap)
  • Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs and PPOs)
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, and QI)
  • Prescription drug assistance programs or drug discount cards offered by your state and pharmaceutical companies
  • Medicaid and other insurance programs, including free or reduced-fee health care programs

Counselors can help you understand your Medicare benefits, identify and compare health insurance options, and protect you from paying too much on your medical care and prescription drugs.


How do I apply?

To make an appointment and find out how to get counseling services, please contact the program.

Frequently Asked Questions

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