Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors - SHIBA offered at RSVP of Yakima County
Impartial information for seniors and people on disability regarding medical insurance options provided by individual counseling.
Provides information on Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplements and Part D plans for seniors and individuals on disability via volunteers who are trained by the WA State Office of Insurance Commissioner.
Each volunteer has a training plan, and is mentored by a "buddy" volunteer until he/she is ready to work independently.
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Pomeroy
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered by Action Health Partners
Volunteers provide personal counseling for individuals regarding options for health care and health insurance benefits, including Medicare programs, long-term care, and medical billing.
Provides free and unbiased counseling and information on health insurance issues such as:
- Assessing health care coverage needs
- Determining general eligibility for health care coverage programs
- Evaluating and compare health insurance plans and programs
- Providing enrollment help with Medicare
- Speaking with 1-800-MEDICARE on clients' behalf
- Making referrals to other agencies and programs
- Collecting and reporting possible fraud complaints
Also offers the Community Based Care Coordination program which provides coordination of services to Medicaid and Medicaid-eligible clients. The program supports clients with improving quality of life, help managing multiple care providers, assistance in getting appointments, identifying helpful community resources, connecting to available benefits.
Medicare Savings Program offered at Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington
Screening and application assistance for the Medicare Savings Program and/or the Low Income Subsidy or "Extra Help" Programs (the two programs which help pay for Medicare Parts A, B and D costs).
Screening and application assistance for the Medicare Savings Program and/or Low Income Subsidy or "Extra Help" Programs (the two programs which help pay for Medicare Parts A, B and D costs). Medicare specialists assist eligible recipients with paperwork required by the Social Security Administration and/or Washington State Healthcare Authority.
Healthy Ages (Wellness Program) offered by Kadlec Regional Medical Center at Healthplex
Provides community services for adults over 50 by offering health education, social activities, information and referral, monthly wellness program, and assistance with insurance or Medicare questions.
Provides community services for adults over 50 by offering health education, social activities, information and referral, monthly wellness program, and assistance with insurance or Medicare questions.
Nutrition Counseling: provides nutritional counseling for all ages in the following areas: weight management, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and pre-diabetes, hypertension, eating disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney disease, hypoglycemia, cancer, prenatal nutrition, malnutrition, and gluten intolerance/celiac disease.
Offers a workshop that teaches practical skills for living a healthy life for participants with chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and asthma.
Living Well Chronic Disease Self- Management Workshop: the workshop is designed to help people learn to manage their chronic disease and improve the quality of their lives. Family members, friends, and caregivers can also participate. By participating in the six week workshop, people increase their confidence and motivation needed to manage the challenges of living with a chronic health condition.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Auburn Senior Activity Center
Volunteers provide personal counseling to individuals regarding options for health care and health insurance benefits, including Medicare programs, long-term care programs, and medical billing.
Provides counseling and information on health insurance issues such as - Assessing health care coverage needs - Determining general eligibility for health care coverage programs - Evaluating and compare health insurance plans and programs - Providing enrollment help with Medicare - Speaking with 1-800 MEDICARE on clients' behalf - Making referrals to other agencies and programs - Collecting and reporting possible fraud complaints No legal services are provided.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner
Provides information to consumers on supplemental insurance and health insurance programs. Offers information through the toll-free hotline and website.
Provides a free, confidential and impartial counseling resource sponsored by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
Extensively trained volunteer advisors, located around the state, help consumers of all ages understand their health care coverage rights and options.
Volunteers also offer up-to-date information on private insurance, government programs, prescription assistance and other topics.
Enriches the lives of the local seniors with life-long learning and recreational activities. Provides over 30 activities each week to help seniors exercise, socialize, and enjoy numerous forms of recreational activities.
Helps to enrich the lives of the local seniors with life-long learning and recreational activities.
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Ellensburg
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Solid Ground
Volunteers provide personal counseling to individuals regarding options for health care and health insurance benefits, including Medicare programs, long-term care programs, and medical billing.
Provides counseling and information on Medicare health insurance issues such as the following:
- Assessing health care coverage needs
- Determining general eligibility for health care coverage programs
- Evaluating and comparing health insurance plans and programs
- Providing enrollment help with Medicare
- Speaking with 1-800 MEDICARE on clients' behalf
- Making referrals to other agencies and programs
- Collecting and reporting possible fraud complaints
No legal services are provided.
SHIBA Health Insurance Advice offered at Shipley Center
Offers information and guidance regarding Medicare. Bring list of all medications being taken.
SHIBA stands for State Health Insurance Benefit Advisors. Volunteers are trained by the State of WA Insurance Commissioner's office. They offer unbiased information and guidance regarding Medicare and supplemental insurance plans including prescription drug plans.
Benefits Assistance offered at Aging and Disability Resource Center in Kennewick
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
Socialization and Activities offered by Walla Walla Senior Citizens Center at Center At The Park
Works to enrich the lives of seniors by providing educational, recreational, nutritional and health services, and a variety of programs designed to make the quality of life better for the elderly.
Offers various opportunities for the community to come together. These programs contribute to a healthy community by providing social connection, lifelong learning, exercise, and nutrition. Some of these programs/activities include free meals, art classes, fitness classes, card playing groups, and more. Most of these programs are free. Visit website to learn more about current offerings and costs.
Benefits Assistance for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities offered at Aging and Disability Resource Centers in Yakima
Offers a public access point for long term supports and services.
Offers a public access point for long term support and services. This is a FREE service for older individuals, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers to navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling to support an individuals and/or their family. This service includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: Low-Income Subsidy program (LIS), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program (Med D), and WA Apple Health (Medicaid), Social Security, and Basic Food Stamp applications.
SHIBA offered at Rural Resources Community Action in Republic
SHIBA Volunteers help people with Health Care Fraud issues, errors and abuse in the Medicare Program, Private Insurance, Employer Plans, Prescription Assistance, Medicaid, Medicare Savings Program, Low Income Savings/Extra Help, Medicare Part D, Medicare Fraud, COBRA, Medicare Advantage Plans (Stevens County only), and Medicare Supplement Plans ( Ferry, Lincoln, Stevens)
Rural Resources helps older adults remain as independent and self sufficient as possible through programs including:Information and assistance, Case management, Respite care, and Family Caregiver Support.
Medicare Assitance/Senior Information and Assitance offered at Port Angeles Senior Center
Available to anyone 60 and over needing assistance with Medicare and other senior related resources and services.
The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program is a program of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner consumer protection services. Locally, SHIBA is sponsored by the Olympic Area Agency on Aging.
Our volunteer advisors are trained to give you the latest Medicare information. We provide up-to-date, unbiased information to help you to make informed decisions. Our assistance is always free and confidential with no obligations.
We’re not associated with any insurance company. We don’t sell anything because we have nothing to sell.
If you need help navigating Medicare, please come and see us at one of our free, first come first served, walk in clinics.
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor Program offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Forks
Provides information and consultation in order to make informed decisions utilizing and understanding Medicare. Information regarding Medicaid as it relates to Medicare can also be provided.
SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential help with Medicare to people of all ages and backgrounds. Advisors can help assess Medicare related health care coverage needs; determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs, including- Medicare Savings Programs and Low-Income Subsidy/Extra Help prescription drug copay; evaluate and compare Medicare plans and programs; provide enrollment help with Medicare; speak with 1-800-MEDICARE on your behalf; refer to other agencies and programs; collect and report possible Medicare fraud complaints.
Medicaid Enrollment Assistance offered at CHAS Health
CHAS Health Patient Services Coordinators (PSCs) are available to help individuals enroll in health insurance and understand their coverage. PSCs are certified navigators for the Washington Health Plan Finder, and enrollment counselors for Your Health Idaho state health insurance marketplaces. PSCs help individuals apply for Medicaid, Qualified Health Plans, and other applicable assistance programs.
CHAS Health Patient Services Coordinators (PSCs) are available to help individuals enroll in health insurance and understand their coverage. PSCs are certified navigators for the Washington Health Plan Finder, and enrollment counselors for Your Health Idaho state health insurance marketplaces. PSCs help individuals apply for Medicaid, Qualified Health Plans, and other applicable assistance programs.
Medicare Information offered by United States Department of Health and Human Services at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Provides information on Medicare, how to apply, how to find and compare health care providers, how to make address changes and resolve Medicare card issues, getting help with costs, finding out how Medicare works with other insurance, and how to report Medicare fraud.
Website provides information on all aspects of Medicare, including how to apply, find and compare healthcare providers, make address changes and resolve Medicare card issues, get help with costs, find out how Medicare works with other insurance, and report Medicare fraud. The website also provides information on nursing homes, hospitals, home health services, and medical equipment suppliers. Phone line assists with Medicare billing questions and questions about claims, records, and expenses.
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors offered at Olympic Area Agency on Aging - Long Beach
Provides information and consultation in order to make informed decisions utilizing and understanding Medicare. Information regarding Medicaid as it relates to Medicare can also be provided.
SHIBA provides free, unbiased, and confidential help with Medicare to people of all ages and backgrounds. Advisors can help assess Medicare related health care coverage needs; determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs, including- Medicare Savings Programs and Low-Income Subsidy/Extra Help prescription drug copay; evaluate and compare Medicare plans and programs; provide enrollment help with Medicare; speak with 1-800-MEDICARE on your behalf; refer to other agencies and programs; collect and report possible Medicare fraud complaints.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Opportunity Council - Whatcom County
Helps callers understand the various aspects of Medicare such as benefits, enrollment, costs, and plan differences. Helps with screen and enrolling in cost-saving programs such as Extra Help, Medicare Savings Programs, and prescription assistance options.
Offers a confidential, and impartial Medicare counseling resource sponsored by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. SHIBA advisors can help with:
- Understanding the various aspects of Medicare such as benefits, enrollment, costs, plan differences, and more.
- Evaluating, comparing, and enrolling in options available in Whatcom County as approved by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
- Screening and enrolling in cost-saving programs such as Extra Help, Medicare Savings Programs, and prescription assistance options.
- Reporting fraud, complaints, grievances, and appeals to the insurance commissioner or your insurance company.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offered at Island Senor Resources at Oak Harbor
SHIBA Helpline provides free, unbiased information about health care coverage and access to help improve the lives of all Washington State residents.
Trained volunteers provide objective information about Medicare and related programs in individual consultations by phone or email, and Zoom classes. Information is provided on enrollment, costs and benefits, prescription coverage, and low-income assistance. Unbiased and confidential. SHIBA is a state-funded program sponsored by Island Senior Resources, under the guidance of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. If additional assistance is needed contact Island Senior Resources’ Aging & Disability Resources staff.
Medicare Insurance Review offered at Lifeline Insurance
Independent Medicare Insurance Brokers helping people on or going on Medicare, as well as finding low-cost medical insurance. Apply for low-income programs to help with prescription drug copays and Part B premiums. Explain Medicare plans and differences between them. Unbiased, free consultations. Zoom and phone appointments available.
Explains the differences and options available for those on Medicare. Explain Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements Prescription Drug Plans (Part D). Medicare A & B. Medical and Dental. Apply for various programs a person is eligible for such as Medicare Savings Program (Part B paid) and Extra Help with Prescription Drugs. Also apply and explain health insurance on the WA Healthplan Finder.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors SHIBA offered at Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington
Provides trained volunteers to provide free counseling to consumers on Medicare, supplements to Medicare, Medicaid programs, long term care insurance, medical bills, and options in the individual marker. Also, will be providing outreach and education about Medicare Part D in Spokane and Whitman counties.
The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) can help you understand your Medicare rights and options. SHIBA volunteers provide free, confidential, unbiased counseling and outreach to consumers on Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Supplement plans and Prescription drug plans, Medicaid programs to assist with costs of Medicare, and educate on Medicare fraud for Spokane and Whitman Counties. SHIBA is part of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s consumer protection services.
Medicare Plan Finder offered by Social Security Administration
Provides information about Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) and Prescription Drug Plans (Part D) available to people receiving Original Medicare.
Provides information about Medicare Advantage plans (Part C) and Prescription Drug Plans (Part D) available to people receiving Original Medicare who are interested in obtaining additional coverage through the private health insurance market.
Medicare Open Enrollment Period lasts Oct. 15 - Dec. 17 annually.
Many Part C and Part D plans are available with varying monthly premiums and deductibles.
Monthly premiums and deductibles vary each year.
Different plans cover varying medications with differing costs.
Those who have drug coverage through an employer, union or any other source should check with their current plan to see if their coverage is considered as good or better than Part D benefits.
Assistance with choice of plan:
- Callers can also obtain this information by calling Medicare.
- Medicare staff are not permitted to advise callers which plan to choose.