Alabama Department of Insurance

Medicare Supplement Insurance and Long Term Care Insurance Information for Alabama's Senior Citizens

Jim L. Ridling, Commissioner
Alabama Department of Insurance
201 Monroe Street, Suite 502
P O Box 303351
Montgomery, AL 36130-3351
(334) 241-4141 OR (334) 269-3550

Jean W. Brown, Commissioner
Alabama Department of Senior Services
201 Monroe Street, Suite 350
Montgomery, AL 36130-1851
(334) 242-5743
ageline@adss.alabama.gov

We all want the best health care available. We normally search for the best insurance policy that we can afford. For most senior citizens, Medicare covers most basic health care needs. But unfortunately, it does have "gaps." Many need something more to protect them from expensive medical costs.

This is where Medicare Supplemental insurance, commonly known as MEDIGAP, comes into play. Insurance policies to supplement Medicare can sometimes be both costly and unnecessary. Purchasing multiple policies can also result in overlapping benefits and duplicate coverage. The check lists for Medicare Supplement and Long Term Care can help you when you are shopping for insurance.

If you need further help, call Alabama's State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and speak with an insurance counselor. Help is a free telephone call away!!! (800) 243-5463

Medicare Supplement Information

• Medicare Website
• Do's and Don'ts for Purchasing Medicare Supplement Insurance
• Medicare Supplement Policy Check List

Medicare Disability Supplement Information

• Medicare Disability Supplement Information

Medicare Savings Program Information

• Alabama Information

Long-Term Care Information

• Do's and Don'ts for Purchasing Long-Term Care Insurance
• Long-Term Care Policy Check List
• Long-Term Care Partnership Program
• Insert NAIC Shoppers Guide to Long Term Care Insurance

How to Handle Insurance Problems and Complaints/Inquiries
Consumer Complaint Form
Where To Go for Help