HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION COUNSELING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HIICAP)

HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION COUNSELING AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HIICAP) | OSWEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING

70 Bunner Street, Entrance A, Oswego, NY 13126

Eligibility

Oswego County residents ages 65 years and older or those disabled and Medicare eligible

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM by appointment

(315) 349-3484

Voice

(800) 596-3200

Voice

(315) 349-8413

Fax

https://www.oswegocounty.com/departments/human_services/office_for_the_aging/index.php

[email protected]

Languages

Interpretation services available

Application process

Call or email for information and assistance

Fees

Donation requested but not required

Service area

Oswego County, New York

Description

Provides information, education, and counseling about Medicare and other health insurances for those who are enrolled or soon to be eligible for Medicare.

Data provided by

211 Central New York

What's Here

Medicare Information/Counseling State/Local Health Insurance Information/Counseling Insurance Claims Assistance

Providing organization

OSWEGO COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING

Provides information and referral services to senior citizens on housing, transportation, social security, health insurance, Medicare Part D and C, nutrition, food stamps, legal assistance, and other concerns. Sponsors home-delivered and congregate meals and recreation at senior nutrition sites. Helps with fuel assistance and other programs for older residents. Case management services provide comprehensive assessment of elderly needs/circumstances to obtain in-home services, including a care plan and follow up. Health insurance counseling is provided, including assistance with claims. Legal services, such as advice, counsel, and representation, are available.