Missouri Department of Insurance/Missouri SHIP Program

If you live in Missouri and have questions about Medicare or health insurance, the Missouri Department of Insurance/Missouri SHIP Program provides free, one-on-one counseling, helpful resources, and referrals to support you at no cost.

Trained ounselors 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 work with you one-on-one to explain your Medicare benefits, help you compare health insurance and drug plans, and make sure you’re not paying more than you need to for care or prescriptions.

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How do I get help from the Missouri SHIP Program?

To get free, one-on-one health insurance counseling or ask questions about Medicare and other coverage options, contact the Missouri Department of Insurance / Missouri SHIP Program directly.

You can call the Missouri SHIP Helpline at 800-390-3330 to schedule an appointment or speak with a trained counselor. You can also visit the Missouri SHIP website to learn more about available services and find additional resources.

Counseling is confidential and provided at no cost.