Medicare

Medicare is a federal insurance program that pays for certain health care expenses for people aged 65 or older and certain younger individuals with specific disabilities. For general Medicare information, ordering Medicare booklets and information about health plans, contact 800-MEDICARE 24 hours a day, seven days a week for assistance. English and Spanish-speaking customer service representatives at this number can answer questions about the original Medicare Plan and provide up-to-date information regarding the health plans available in their area.