Medicare Assistance (SHIP)
Maryland State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Maryland SHIP is part of a federally funded program that offers free-of-charge one-on-one assistance, counseling, and education to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers to help them make informed decisions about their coverage options, enrollment, costs, and benefits.
Our SHIP program coordinator is available to assist you with the following key aspects of the program:
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Counseling: Provide personalized assistance with Medicare Parts A, B, C (Advantage), and D (prescription drug plans) as well as Medigap options.
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Education: Help you understand your benefits, rights, and coverage choices.
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Financial Assistance: Guide low-to-moderate income individuals seeking help with:
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Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy ("Extra Help") for prescription drugs, premiums, deductibles, and copays
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Claims & Appeals: Support you with your billing concerns, denials, and grievances.
SHIP & Medicaid
While our SHIP counselor focuses primarily on Medicare, they can help you understand Medicare and Medicaid dual eligibility, determine your potential Medicaid eligibility, and guide you through the application process.
Contact our SHIP Coordinator today to schedule an appointment if you need assistance in this area.
SHIP Coordinator Contact Information
For more information or to schedule a confidential counseling appointment, contact our SHIP Program Coordinator, Christina Kinnamon, at (410) 822-2869 ext. 231 or ckinnamon@uppershoreaging.org.