Health Insurance and Medicare

Medicare:

SHICK - Senior Health Insurance Counseling of Kansas

SHICK is a free program provided to people over 65 who are enrolling or re-enrolling for Medicare during the Open Enrollment period. Due to pandemic restrictions and in an abundance of caution, our office will be holding SHICK appointments a little differently than in past years. If you are interested in an appointment, please call 785-263-2001 and ask about Medicare Appointments.

Medicare Prescription drug form

Resources:

• Medicare Overview - This document illustrates what is covered by Medicare Parts A and B, deductibles and co-insurance.
• Medicare Premiums, Deductibles, and Co-Pays - This document contains deductible and co-pay amounts for Medicare Part A and B, as well as current premiums, including premium amounts for higher-income beneficiaries.
• Standardized Medicare Supplement Plans - Comparison table of 10 standardized Medicare supplement plants.
• Kansas Insurance Department Medicare Supplement Shopper's Guide - Click on the Online Shopper's Guide link to obtain a cost estimate for Medicare Supplement plans in your area.
• How to Use the Medicare Plan Finder - Step-by-step instructions on using the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov to select a Medicare prescription drug plan.
• Low Income Subsidy and Medicare Savings Program - Income and asset limits to qualify for assistance with Medicare prescription drug and other medical costs.
• Medicare Options Workbook
• Medicare Website
• Social Security Website
• Kansas Insurance Department
• What is SHICK

Resources to Assist Those With Limited Incomes:

• Kansas Drug Card - Free Prescription Assistance Program (PAP) for residents of Kansas and their families. This is not prescription drug insurance, but a discount program to assist those without insurance with their drug costs. [Note: This is not creditable coverage for those on Medicare.]