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Sign up for Medicare

Contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to:

  • Sign up for Medicare Part A and/or Part B
  • Change your address
  • Apply for Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

Get help with costs

Contact your state to:

  • Find Medicare Savings Programs that can lower your Medicare costs
  • Get information about how to apply for Medicaid
  • Check if you’re eligible for other state programs that can help with health-related costs

Get free health insurance counseling

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) help people with Medicare and their families:

  • Choose a plan
  • Review coverage
  • Understand costs
  • Apply for Extra Help
  • File a complaint or an appeal
  • Make informed Medicare decisions