Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
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Assists individuals and families with eligibility questions and problems related to Medicare, including prescription drug coverage under Medicare Part D, managed care, long-term care planning, health insurance and other health care issues.
Website:
https://www.ldi.la.gov/consumers/senior-health-shiip
Phone:
(800) 259-5300
Caregiver Eligibility:
Anyone
Care Recipient Eligibility:
Medicare beneficiary
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