South Dakota Senior Medicare Patrol

Medicare & Medicaid · South Dakota · Free

South Dakota SMP — helps seniors detect and report Medicare fraud and errors. Worth a call for anyone navigating Annual Enrollment, dual eligibility with Medicaid, or appealing a coverage denial. Online tools cover plan comparison; phone is faster for situational questions like spouse coverage or COBRA timing. Especially valuable for seniors getting pressure from Medicare Advantage sales calls or door-to-door enrollment pitches. Free service; donations support but never gate access.

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Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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