The Michigan Medicare Assistance Program (MMAP) is a free health-benefit counseling service. Overall, our goal is to help you navigate your way through the maze of health benefits available. Additionally, we have other Home and Community-Based Services to help support those who need additional support.
MMAP Counselors are located at the WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging, Hillsdale Senior Services Center (Perennial Park), Jackson Department on Aging, and Lenawee Department on Aging. Without reservation, you can reach any of these MMAP Offices by dialing 1-800-803-7174 and you will be connected in your county.
Do I qualify for the Medicare Savings Program?
You may qualify for the Medicare Savings Plan and/or Extra Help with your prescriptions from the Social Security Administration. Contact us to learn more and to see if you qualify at (517) 592-1974 or info@wellwiseservices.org.
Meet with a Certified Medicare Counselor to:
- Make sure your Medicare coverage best fits your needs
- Switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan
- Switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan to Original Medicare
- Join a new Medicare Part D Prescription Plan
- Change your current Medicare Part D Prescription Plan
Are speakers available?
MMAP counselors also conduct public presentations on Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare supplemental insurance, long term care insurance, Medicare Advantage options, Medicare Medicaid fraud and abuse and other issues of importance to beneficiaries and their families. Contact us at (517) 592-1974 or info@wellwiseservices.org to schedule your event.
Who are MMAP counselors?
MMAP counselors are specialists trained in Medicare and Medicaid law and regulations, health insurance counseling and relevant insurance products.
MMAP counselors are not connected with any insurance company, nor are they licensed to sell insurance. Therefore, their purpose is to serve you objectively and confidentially.
Currently, MMAP has hundreds of highly trained and certified counselors. Emphatically these dedicated and compassionate people, many of them older adults, answer questions and act as guides through the Michigan Medicare Assistance Programs. MMAP counselors have assisted many thousands of Michigan’s citizens and saved them many millions of dollars in out-of-pocket expenses. Above all, bringing peace of mind to those who are often confused and frightened when they deal with unfamiliar and difficult government systems.
How do I contact MMAP? Call toll free 1-800-803-7174. You can speak with a MMAP counselor by telephone. Additionally, you can schedule an appointment to meet in person. If you are homebound, a counselor will meet you where you live.
You can visit www.mmapinc.org to find your local Area Agency on Aging.
Funding for Michigan Michigan Medicare Assistance Program (MMAP, Inc.), and Michigan’s state health insurance assistance program comes from grants from the Administration on Community Living, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Department of Heath and Human Services Aging and Adult Services Agency.
Need help with your prescription drug plan?
If you currently have a Medicare drug plan you can review your plan and switch to a new plan each year during OPEN ENROLLMENT – October 15 – December 7. Your new plan will start on January 1st.
Alert! – Medicare Fraud
Protect yourself and your loved ones from Medicare fraud, abuse, and scams with the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). If you suspect any wrongdoing or have concerns about your Medicare benefits, don’t hesitate to call us at (866) MICH-SMP or (517) 592-1669. Our dedicated team is here to help you navigate any issues and ensure the integrity of your Medicare coverage. Stay informed and stay protected with SMP.
Newest Scam
Any call about a new Medicare card is a scam! Medicare will not call you. Call the MMAP Senior Medicare Patrol if you’ve received a call, text or email about a new Medicare card. We can help you check your account for suspicious activity.
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