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📌 PART 1 OF 4: MEDICAID & MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAMS—HOW TO APPLY

Could you save $2,400 or more a year on Medicare costs? Medicaid may provide help you’re missing—even if you already receive Social Security and Medicare. Before you assume you won’t qualify, watch this.

Join Dr. Ed Weir, former Social Security District Manager and Medicaid specialist, for a practical walkthrough of how to apply for Medicaid, including Medicare Savings Programs.

In this first lesson, we’ll cover:

✅ Where to apply in your state and which office to call
✅ What to say when asking for help
✅ What documents you may need
✅ How QMB, SLMB and QI help with Medicare costs
✅ How to request screening for additional Medicaid coverage
✅ What to do if you’re confused, discouraged or told you don’t qualify

Income and resource rules vary by state. Don’t assume that owning a home, having some savings or receiving Social Security automatically disqualifies you.

📘 Follow along with our companion worksheets to organize your documents, record phone calls and keep track of your next steps.

🔗 Free guides and resources: [24Help.org](https://24help.org/)

💬 What state are you applying in? Leave your application questions below. Please don’t post Social Security numbers, Medicare numbers or private documents.

This four-part course will help you apply, follow through, handle renewals and understand who the new Medicaid work requirements affect. Subscribe so you can follow the entire series.

The $2,400 savings example reflects help paying Medicare premiums. The standard 2026 Part B premium is $202.90 monthly—$2,434.80 over 12 months. Actual savings depend on eligibility and the months covered.

**Don’t deny yourself. Apply and let the state decide.**

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