Medicare and Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
Medicare to provide free over the counter COVID tests
In early Spring 2022, people with Medicare will be able to go to a network of pharmacies and health care facilities to get up to 8 free, over-the-counter COVID-19 tests a month through Medicare.
Until then you can order here
Considering a Medicare Supplement Plan?
Call the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) at 855-408-1212 for a specific plan comparison and premium details.
Get more information
Extra Help Program
If you have to choose between buying groceries or paying your Medicare costs...
SHIIP may be able to help
SHIIP counselors available in all 100 counties to answer Medicare questions
SHIIP counselors are not licensed insurance agents, and they do not sell or endorse any product, plan, or company. If you have questions about your specific plan, we encourage you to contact your insurance agent or the insurance company.
Find a local SHIIP counselor
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- Get Help Paying Your Medicare Costs
- Medicare Advantage-Medicare Health Plans (Part C)
- Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D)
- Medicare Disability
- Employer Group Health Insurance for Retirees
- Search for a Counselor by County
- SHIIP Calendar
- Volunteers and Coordinator Log In
- Medigap Plans Company Names in North Carolina
- SHIIP Disclosure Form
- SHIIP Additional Resources
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