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Extra Help | United States Social Security Administration

6401 Security Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21235

Must have Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and/or Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance); must reside in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia; resources must be limited to $14,100 for an individual or $28,150 for a married couple living together. Resources include such things as bank accounts, stocks, and bonds - does not count home, car, or any life insurance policy as resources; annual income is limited to $18,090 for an individual or $24,360 for a married couple living together (if income is higher one may be able to obtain help if the client supports other family members who are living in the home or have earnings from work).
Helpline: M-F: 7:00am-7:00pm.
(800) 325-0778

Voice - voice | M-F: 8:00am-7:00pm

(800) 772-1213

Voice - voice | Live M-F: 8:00am-7:00pm; recorded info other times.

https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare/prescriptionhelp

Visist website for more information or to apply. Can also call Social Security for information or to receive help in completing the application M-F: 7:00am-7:00pm. Once the application is submitted it will be reviewed and a letter will be sent informing the client if he/she does qualify for extra help.

Free

United States

Description

Provides help to pay for the costs related to a Medicare prescription drug plan including help with monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription co-payments.

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Providing organization

United States Social Security Administration

Administers the provision of Social Security retirement, survivors and disability benefits to eligible persons, as well as Supplemental Security Income and some aspects of the Medicare program. Also administers the assignment of Social Security numbers, changes in records, and processing of reports of lost or stolen checks. Individual Social Security offices are responsible for applicants who live within their service area, and all services are carried out at the local level. Clients are encouraged to go to the office which serves their Zip Code, though this is not mandatory.