Official Government Help Lines
Who to call about your own Medicare, Social Security, VA or tax case. Every number comes from the agency's own website.
SeniorGovBenefits is an independent website, not a government agency. We can't look up your account, check a claim or change your benefits. The agencies below can, and calling them is free.
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Medicare and Health Coverage
Free Medicare counseling (SHIP)
Unbiased one-on-one help comparing plans and costs, with no sales pitch
1-877-839-2675Health Insurance Marketplace
ACA plans and subsidies if you are under 65 or not on Medicare
1-800-318-2596Medicaid is run by each state. The Eldercare Locator below or your state SHIP can give you your state Medicaid office's number.
Social Security and Taxes
Local Help, Caregiving and Elder Protection
Eldercare Locator
Local services for older adults: meals, rides, in-home care, caregiver support and Adult Protective Services
1-800-677-1116Veterans
Before You Call
- Have your Social Security number or Medicare number, and any letter you received, in front of you.
- Calls are often shortest early in the morning and later in the week.
- Government agencies don't call, text or email to demand payment, gift cards or your full Social Security number. If someone does, hang up and call the official number on this page yourself.
Questions About This Website
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Numbers checked against each agency's website in October 2026. Agencies sometimes change their numbers or hours, so the official site linked under each number is the final word. SeniorGovBenefits.com is not affiliated with the Social Security Administration, CMS, the IRS, the VA, the Department of Justice or any other government agency.