Medicare is a federal government health insurance program for people age 65 or older or for persons under 65 who have been disabled for 24 months.

The Medicare & You Handbook for 2022 is available. Includes information about how you can get the most out of your Medicare, including Medicare health and prescription drug plan choices and coverage; how to protect yourself and Medicare from fraud, background on advance directives, and resources for detailed information and personalized help. If you have any questions, or need local information that this on-line resource does not include, (printed version you received in the mail may have local info), just call HIICAP at (716) 858-7883.

 Get Health Insurance Help by calling 716-858-7883

Find a 2022 Medicare plan:

You can shop for drug plans (Part D) and Medicare Advantage Plans at Medicare.gov  See your 2022 plan options now!

Medicare Savings Programs:

Many people with Medicare who have limited resources will get extra help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage.  Some people will qualify to enroll in a plan and pay no premiums or deductibles and co-pays that are little or nothing.  Some will qualify to enroll in a plan with a reduced deductible; others will qualify to pay a sliding scale premiums and small coinsurance. Use the Medicare Savings Program Workshop to learn more. 

Learn More:

Get Health Insurance Help by calling 716-858-7883.  Erie County Department of Senior Services often regularly holds Informational Events regarding your health insurance options, how to pay for Long Term Care & Health Insurance Information at community sites. For the current schedule, call (716) 858-7883.