Medicare Counseling.
HICAP – What we do and our calendar of events
Medicare Counseling and so much more…
The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) is a free service of PASSAGES that helps people with Medicare issues regardless of age. Maintained by state registered, trained staff counselors and volunteers, this critical program provides hands-on objective information and problem resolution in relation to: Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, and supplemental plans such as Medigap, prescription drug plans, government assistance programs, and long-term care insurance. Our Medicare counselors can help you:
♦ Understand Medicare, or resolve problems with benefits.
♦ Compare Medicare supplemental insurance or health plans.
♦ Explore long term care (LTC) options and evaluate LTC policies.
♦ Compare Part D drug plans and other prescription drug resources.
♦ Find out about government programs that reduce your medical costs.
HICAP is also available for presentations and workshops regarding how to make the most of it. Give our community outreach specialist a call to schedule a time to come and speak to your group or your organization. We invite you to explore our website and learn more about Medicare and other services of PASSAGES. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To schedule an appointment with one of our state registered counselors, please call:
Chico/Paradise: 530-898-6716
All other areas: 1-800-434-0222
HICAP is part of a state and national network of Medicare counseling programs. Nationally known as SHIP (State Health Insurance assistance Program), we are funded by grants from the California Department of Aging and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Click here to read HICAP Recap Newsletter.
HICAP Calendar of Events
Jan. 26th – 2:00 till 4:00 p.m.
Welcome to Medicare Workshop – For people who are new to Medicare
CARD, 545 Vallombrosa, Chico, CA 95926
Feb. 16th – 10:00 a.m. till 12:00 p.m.
Developing a Long Term Living Plan– Steps you can take now
CARD, 545 Vallombrosa, Chico, CA 95926
Feb. 23rd – 2:00 till 4:00 p.m.
Welcome to Medicare Workshop – For people who are new to Medicare
CARD, 545 Vallombrosa, Chico, CA 95926
Information contained in HICAP’s web pages may be linked to other web sites, such as California Health Advocates (CHA), an organization of which this HICAP is a member.
