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Contact Information for People with Medicare

  • Medicare Service Center: 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227)
  • Medicare Service Center TTY: 877-486-2048
  • Report Medicare Fraud & Abuse: 800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477)
  • Medicare.gov
  • Medicare Helpful Contacts Page
  • Medicare Fraud & Abuse
  • MyMedicare - Access to Your Personal Medicare Information

Call 1-800-MEDICARE
For questions about your claims or other personal Medicare information, log into (or create) your secure Medicare account, or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048.

Full Answer

How can I contact Medicare?

1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) For specific billing questions and questions about your claims, medical records, or expenses, log into your secure Medicare account, or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE. If you want Medicare to be able to give your personal information to someone other than you, you need to fill out an " Authorization to Disclose Personal Health Information ."

How to start my Medicare?

Call 1-800-MEDICARE. For questions about your claims or other personal Medicare information, log into (or create) your secure Medicare account , or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048.

How to find a Medicare office near you?

Dec 01, 2021 · Medicare Service Center: 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227) Medicare Service Center TTY: 877-486-2048; Report Medicare Fraud & Abuse: 800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477) Medicare.gov; Medicare Helpful Contacts Page; Medicare Fraud & Abuse; MyMedicare - Access to Your Personal Medicare Information; Contact Information for People with Medicaid

How to find your Medicare number easily?

Dec 01, 2021 · Medicare cost, coverage, or supplement insurance (Medigap) Visit the Medicare website or call 1-800-Medicare If you have a question specifically related to the content of this Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) website that was not covered above: Visit the top Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (PDF) about MACs or;

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How do I contact Medicare customer service?

(800) 633-4227Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services / Customer service

Can you call Medicare 24 hours a day?

Medicare offers a toll-free number that's staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Beneficiaries can call for Medicare information or to enroll in a plan or make an appeal. Callers can choose from a handful of menu options. Beneficiaries can also mail or fax Medicare or request information in an accessible format.

What is the best Medicare helpline?

1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) can help.

What phone number is 800 633 4227?

1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) For specific billing questions and questions about your claims, medical records, or expenses, log into your secure Medicare account, or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE.

When should I call Medicare?

Generally, we advise people to file for Medicare benefits 3 months before age 65. Remember, Medicare benefits can begin no earlier than age 65. If you are already receiving Social Security, you will automatically be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B without an additional application.

What are the 4 types of Medicare?

There are four parts of Medicare: Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D.Part A provides inpatient/hospital coverage.Part B provides outpatient/medical coverage.Part C offers an alternate way to receive your Medicare benefits (see below for more information).Part D provides prescription drug coverage.

Does Medicare cover dental?

Dental services Medicare doesn't cover most dental care (including procedures and supplies like cleanings, fillings, tooth extractions, dentures, dental plates, or other dental devices). Part A covers inpatient hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care, and some home health care.

Are you automatically enrolled in Medicare if you are on Social Security?

Yes. If you are receiving benefits, the Social Security Administration will automatically sign you up at age 65 for parts A and B of Medicare. (Medicare is operated by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but Social Security handles enrollment.)

How does Medicare Helpline work?

The Medicare Coverage Hotline is a private for profit lead generation campaign and does not offer insurance and is not an insurance agency or broker. Your call is sold to a licensed insurance agent to give you information about your Medicare Advantage Plans.Apr 25, 2021

How do I get my $144 back from Medicare?

You can get your reduction in 2 ways:If you pay your Part B premium through Social Security, the Part B Giveback will be credited monthly to your Social Security check.If you don't pay your Part B premium through Social Security, you'll pay a reduced monthly amount directly to Medicare.Sep 16, 2021

Does Medicare call you at home?

Medicare will never call you! Medicare may need information from you or may need to reach you; but, they'll NEVER call. You'll get a letter that will notify you of the necessary information that Medicare needs. Long story short, if the calls you're receiving claim to be from Medicare, it's a spam call.

Is Blue Shield Medicare?

Blue Shield of California is an HMO and PDP plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Blue Shield of California depends on contract renewal.

How to create a Medicare account?

1. Go to MyMedicare.gov and sign up if you haven't already. Medicare's website contains all your account information, so you no longer even need to call customer service. After going to the website, click the blue “Create an Account” button to your right.

What is the Medicare number?

Medicare has a separate line covering these issues. The number is 1-800-447-8477. Call this number only if you have something to report or have questions about fraud or abuse. For other problems, such as with your account, bills, or claims, call the regular Medicare or TTY number.

What is a teletypewriter?

The teletypewriter service is for the deaf and hard of hearing. If you have a TTY device, call this number to communicate through text messages. The TTY number works like the regular Medicare number and has all the same functions. If you use a TTY device, you don't need to use the regular Medicare number.

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