Contact Medicare

Need help beyond what’s on Medicare.gov?

You can talk or live chat with a real person, 24 hours a day, 7 days week (except some federal holidays.)

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1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048

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Get more help

Sign up for Medicare

Contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to:

  • Sign up for Medicare Part A and/or Part B
  • Change your address
  • Apply for Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

Get help with costs

Contact your state to:

  • Find Medicare Savings Programs that can lower your Medicare costs
  • Get information about how to apply for Medicaid
  • Check if you’re eligible for other state programs that can help with health-related costs

Get free health insurance counseling

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) help people with Medicare and their families:

  • Choose a plan
  • Review coverage
  • Understand costs
  • File a complaint or an appeal
  • Make informed Medicare decisions

Learn about preventing diabetes

Medicare’s Diabetes Prevention Program is proven to help you prevent type 2 diabetes. The program includes:

  • Tips on how to get more exercise
  • Strategies to control your weight
  • A specially trained coach to help keep you motivated
  • Support from people with similar goals and challenges

Check if you’re eligible.