New SHIIP Co-Coordinators, Jennifer Sherman and Rene' Tarquinio! The Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) answers questions and counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance and other health insurance concerns. The counselors on our toll free line offers free and unbiased counseling on Medicare health care products. The North Carolina SMP Program provides assistance with Medicare/Medicaid billing errors, fraud and abuse.

The program was created in 1986 by the late North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Jim Long, and has become the link between senior citizens and information about their health insurance.

Since the program's creation, SHIIP has become a role model for other states. SHIIP has received two national awards for "innovative" and "exemplary" service.

Call SHIIP: (910) 253-2198 or 1-800-443-9354

http://www.ncdoi.com/shiip/default.asp 

http://www.shiptalk.org

***Three easy steps to enroll.***

1.   Apply here for extra help with Medicare prescription cost through Social Security.

2.   Apply here for extra help through NCRX.

3.  Compare Medicare Prescription Drug Plans.