The Office for the Aging is happy to assist you with health insurance questions or concerns. Our staff can answer questions regarding such programs as Medicare, Medicaid, EPIC, QMB, SLMB, as well as others. Staff at the Office for the Aging work in conjunction with the HIICAP program at Lifelong to meet the needs of seniors with health insurance problems or questions. Contact the Tompkins County Office for the Aging for more information.

IMPORTANT ARTICLES TO REVIEW:

General Medicare Information

Changes in EPIC

Medicare's Coverage Gap (aka "Doughnut Hole")

Protect yourself from fraudulent and incorrent Medicare information.

Medicare Preventative Services

Medicare Advantage Plans