MICHIGAN MEDICARE/MEDICAID ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (MMAP)

MMAP’s Mission:

To educate, counsel and empower Michigan’s older adults and individuals with disabilities and those who serve them, so that they can make informed health benefit decisions.

MMAP (pronounced “map”) is a free counseling service for Medicare and/or Medicaid beneficiaries and their caregivers. MMAP counselors are not associated with any health insurance company and can provide you with unbiased information and assistance on public benefits and health insurance issues.

MMAP counselors can help you:

  • identify resources for prescription drug assistance.

  • understand doctor bills, hospital bills, and Medicare Summary Notices.

  • understand Medicaid eligibility, enrollment, coverage, claims & appeals.

  • enroll in Medicare Savings Programs to help you save money.

  • review your Medicare supplemental (“Medigap”) insurance needs, compare policies, and pursue claims and refunds.

  • explore long-term care financing options-including long-term care insurance.

  • report fraud & abuse; Identify and report scams, identity theft, and Medicare/Medicaid fraud and abuse.

MMAP is a free service which is funded by grants from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services – the Administration for Community Living, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Michigan Aging and Adult Services Agency, and the Michigan Health Endowment Fund. MMAP does not receive funding from, nor is it affiliated with, any insurance companies.

Additional Resources:

Fact Sheet

Upcoming Workshops

MMAP Volunteer Brochure

Medicare.gov

Social Security Administration

MI Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program

New Medicare Card Information

Medicare Options

MIHealthLink Commercial

MMAP Commercial

MMAP Medicare Awareness Day Proclamation