Texas SHIP/HICAP Operator

Medicare & Medicaid · Texas · Free

Official Texas State Health Insurance Assistance Program operator. Real state agency providing free Medicare counseling. Verified via shiphelp.org. Most relevant for low-income seniors who may qualify for Extra Help, QMB, SLMB, or QI without realizing it. Counselors walk through specific plans by name, compare drug costs side by side, and flag Medicare Savings Program eligibility. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.

Contact & Details

Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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