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Provides free, unbiased and confidential help with Medicare and health care choices through bilingual staff and SHIBA volunteers. - Assesses client’s health care coverage needs - Determines general eligibility for health care coverage programs - Evaluate and compare Medicare plans - Assists with Medicare enrollment. Collects and report potential Medicare fraud complaints, ensuring that Medicare beneficiaries are protected from fraudulent activities related to Medicare.

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.

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.

Provides impartial and confidential counseling and education on Medicare, health care and prescription drug access, fraud and abuse. Helps those enrolling in Medicare for the first time as well as those already enrolled who want to review their plan options.

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.

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 HelpLine provides free, unbiased information about health care coverage and access to help improve the lives of all Washington state residents. SHIBA HelpLine assists consumers with choices and problems involving private health insurance as well as many government programs, such as: Medicare; Medicaid; Basic Health; Children’s Health Insurance Program; Washington State Health Insurance Pool. Volunteers are experts in Medicare, Medigap coverage, employment-related health benefits, managed care, fraud and abuse questions, long-term care options, and more. They are trained and not affiliated with any insurance company.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Provides counseling and information on health and wellbeing, financial assistance programs and health insurance issues. Makes referrals to other agencies and programs. Collects and reports possible fraud complaints. No legal services are provided.

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.

Offers a public access point for long term support and services. Helps clients navigate and access a wide range of community-based resources by providing information, referrals, and counseling. Includes assisting individuals experiencing financial issues, especially related to health care costs, apply for services that they may qualify for, such as: - Medicare premiums, deductibles and co-pays - Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program - Medicaid - SNAP benefits - Social Security, including retirement, disability, and survivors benefits. - Veterans benefits including disability compensation, pension program and medical care,

Offers resources onsite in both Olympia and Lacey to help seniors 60 and older remain independent and safe in the community and to navigate local community resources. Offers: - information and assistance, - support groups. Statewide Health Insurance Benefit Advisors (SHIBA) offers free, unbiased help with Medicare and health insurance coverage.

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

Helps Medicare beneficiaries exercise their right to high-quality health care and assists with quality of care complaints such as helping to    - File a complaint about the quality of care received under Medicare   - Appeal a notice that you will be discharged from the hospital   - Appeal a notice that skilled services from a non-hospital provider will be stopped   Information on website is available in multiple languages.

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.

Provides assistance with premium costs, copayments, deductibles and coinsurance for Medicare.

Provides assistance with premium costs, copayments, deductibles and coinsurance for Medicare.

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.

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.

Through volunteers trained by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner, individuals receive one-on-one consultation on Medicare, including advocacy on their behalf with Medicare providers, explanations of billing received, and referral to other appropriate services. SHIBA staff and volunteers conduct numerous clinics throughout O3A’s service region regarding Medicare. The SHIBA service is a free, impartial public service that can help you: - Understand your Medicare health coverage - Find a prescription drug plan - Learn your rights and options as a Medicare enrollee.

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.