Medicare

Medicare covers a wide range of services to keep people healthy as they age. Learn how to help your clients with understanding Medicare, enrollment, costs, and what services Medicare does and does not cover.

For Professionals

Understanding the Medicare Enrollment Periods: A Guide for Professionals

Jan 26, 2024

Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) are opportunities to make changes to your Medicare coverage outside the normal enrollment windows. Learn what they are and how to qualify.

Exceptional Circumstances for Medicare Special Enrollment Periods: What You Need to Know

Jun 05, 2023

Learn how to help people who missed Medicare enrollment due to an emergency, incarceration, or misinformation. Our Q&A gives you guidance on what to do in a variety of circumstances.

How Much Does It Cost for Medicare Parts A and B?

Jan 08, 2025

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Part D Low Income Subsidy/Extra Help Eligibility and Coverage Chart

Mar 20, 2025

Most Medicare Advantage (MA) plans include Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Here’s what you should know when choosing an MA plan.

Medicare Savings Programs Eligibility and Coverage

Mar 24, 2025

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Benefits Programs: Enrollment & Eligibility 101

There are several core benefits that can help people with low income afford the basic costs of living. Our Benefits 101 slide decks can be downloaded and tailored for your use in your community.

Use NCOA's Resource to Train Staff

Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Medigap Policy

Apr 08, 2025

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How to Change Your Medigap Policy: A Guide

Apr 08, 2025

Common Medicare Terms You Should Know

Apr 04, 2025

When Is the Medigap Open Enrollment Period?

Apr 01, 2025

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BenefitsCheckUp®

NCOA's BenefitsCheckUp® connects older adults and people with disabilities with benefits to help pay for health care, medicine, food, and more. It's simple, free, and confidential.

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About the Center for Economic Well-Being

The Center for Economic Well-Being helps organizations enroll adults 65+ and younger adults with disabilities with limited means into the benefits programs they are eligible for so they can remain healthy and improve the quality of their lives. Learn more about our work, including the training and technical assistance NCOA provides.

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