Medicare Resources
If you have additional or more detailed questions about the Medicare program, and can’t find the information here on Health Mart’s Medicare Essentials website, ask your Health Mart pharmacist for assistance with finding the answers you need. Or, consult one of the following Medicare resources:
Medicare.gov: The official U.S. government website for the Medicare program. Information provided includes eligibility requirements for beneficiaries, plan choices and current rates, and an A to Z glossary defining common Medicare program terms.
MyMedicare.gov: This is a free, secure online service for accessing your personal Medicare information. As a registered user of the site, you can view information such as your Medicare claim status (except for Medicare Part D claims), and your drug list and pharmacy information (which you can modify).
The Medicare telephone hotline, for help in English, Spanish and other languages: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
Social Security Administration: Another good source for information about the Medicare program and Medicare Part D. It offers free publications for download in a variety of languages, including Arabic, Chinese and Spanish. The site also has an online application process to determine if you qualify for the “Extra Help” program, which can help you with paying for your Medicare Part D prescription costs, and instructions for how to apply for that help.
State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs): These state programs can provide assistance with understanding and choosing – and finding help paying for – Medicare coverage, including the Medicare Part D prescription drug program. You also can ask SHIP counselors about your Medicare rights, including how to make appeals.
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP): AARP’s website has a section devoted entirely to the latest news and information about the Medicare program and Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage.