Missouri Department of Insurance/Missouri SHIP Program

If you live in Missouri and have questions about Medicare or health insurance, the Missouri Department of Insurance/Missouri SHIP Program provides free, one-on-one counseling, helpful resources, and referrals to support you at no cost. **Trained ounselors can answer questions about:** - Medicare Part A and Part B - Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage (Medicare Part D) - Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) - Medicare Advantage Plans (HMOs and PPOs) - Long-term care insurance - Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, and QI) - Prescription drug assistance programs or drug discount cards offered by your state and pharmaceutical companies - Medicaid and other insurance programs, including free or reduced-fee health care programs Counselors work with you one-on-one to explain your Medicare benefits, help you compare health insurance and drug plans, and make sure you’re not paying more than you need to for care or prescriptions. ## How do I get help from the Missouri SHIP Program? To get free, one-on-one health insurance counseling or ask questions about Medicare and other coverage options, contact the Missouri Department of Insurance / Missouri SHIP Program directly. You can call the Missouri SHIP Helpline at [800-390-3330](tel:+18003903330) to schedule an appointment or speak with a trained counselor. You can also visit the [Missouri SHIP website](https://www.missouriship.org/) to learn more about available services and find additional resources. Counseling is confidential and provided at no cost.