The federal government website managed and paid for by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The official source of information on Medicare.
The official Social Security website
Social Security Compassionate Allowance List
This may be of value, and I suggest you review this for understanding if you have a disability in the family... it may enable you to convince a specialist to slightly modify their diagnosis... to qualify.
Like all things related to Social Security Disability, it's complicated. Don't hesitate to contact SS directly by phone. They are generally very helpful - and this could be huge for you and your family.
Medicare Interactive (MI) is a free and independent online reference tool thoughtfully designed to help older adults and people with disabilities navigate the complex world of health insurance.
The State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) provide local, in-depth, and objective insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare-eligible individuals, their families, and caregivers. Too few people know this organization exists.
The Center for Medicare Advocacy (the Center) is a national, non-profit, law organization that works to advance access to comprehensive Medicare coverage, health equity, and quality health care for older people and people with disabilities.
Senior Medicare Patrols (SMPs) empower and assist Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report health care fraud, errors, and abuse through outreach, counseling, and education.
Founded in 1950, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) is the nation’s longest-serving national organization focused on aging. NCOA is an expert in providing digital tools to help older adults maximize their budgets.
As the leading organization representing hospice and palliative care providers, The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization works to expand access to a proven person-centered model for healthcare—one that provides patients and their loved ones with comfort, peace, and dignity during life’s most intimate and vulnerable experiences.
The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources.
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
211.org connects you to expert, caring help for various needs, such as caregiver resources, mental health, and new to the U.S. Find a local 211 or call 211 for confidential help and help you identify available services, including counseling or substance use disorder treatment programs. Whether you know that you or someone you care about needs help, or are unsure, reach out to 211 as an easy first step.
Using foreign resources for medical treatment is a genuine alternative to save money but must be used with care - and of course, most health insurance plans will not cover the costs... but your total out of pocket costs may be less.
