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Get help

Connect with real people, free, who do not sell anything.

All three are public, free and do not sell plans. Start with the one that matches the question.

Social Security

Sign up for Part A and Part B, ask about your window, apply for Extra Help.

1-800-772-1213

Weekdays 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. local; TTY 1-800-325-0778; interpreters by phone

www.ssa.gov/medicare

1-800-MEDICARE

Questions about what is covered, plan finder help, your Medicare account.

1-800-633-4227

24 hours a day, 7 days a week; TTY 1-877-486-2048; interpreters by phone

www.medicare.gov

SHIP — free counseling in your state

A trained counselor who does not sell anything: plan comparisons, Medigap rules in your state, help with applications.

1-877-839-2675www.shiphelp.org