Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Medicare & Medicaid · District of Columbia · Free

CMS — federal agency that runs Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP. Policy and updates. Useful for seniors 65+ enrolling for the first time, weighing Original Medicare against Advantage plans, or trying to lower drug costs. Expect a 10–25 minute conversation depending on how detailed the situation is; bring a current med list to speed things up. A neutral alternative to insurance brokers — no plan is recommended for commission. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.

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