APPRISE
Donna Uhler, Coordinator
610-834-1040, Ext. 20
donnau@rsvpmc.org

About APPRISE

APPRISE is a program funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) and other agencies designed to help Medicare beneficiaries understand their Medicare and health choice options, and make sound, educated decisions about what is best for them.

APPRISE counselors are trained volunteers who provide free assistance without bias. Local counseling centers are available throughout Montgomery County. If you have a question about prescription coverage, Medicare benefits, Medicare Advantage and supplemental plans, Healthy Horizons, Medicaid, or appealing a claim call the center nearest to you.

Recent Updates

MIPPA
The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) provides significant changes and opportunities for Medicare beneficiaries, particularly those of low income.

• If your income as a single is less than $1354 and your resources are less then $12,500 or if married your income is less than $1821 with resources less than $25,010 you may qualify for Extra Help with your Medicare prescription drug coverage. Call the Extra Help Application Center at 800-866-1807 for assistance.
• Low income subsidy (Extra Help) applications no longer count the cash surrender value of life insurance policies or in-kind support toward the resource total.
• With consent of the applicant, the information is transferred to the state for consideration of eligibility for Medicare savings program(MSP) paying the monthly Part B cost that comes out your social security check.
• When you call be sure to tell them the county number 28.
• Call 610-834-1040 ext 20 or visit an Apprise counselor at the senior center or Aging and Adult Service office to see if you qualify for help.

APPRISE Counseling Sites

RSVP’s central office is in Plymouth Meeting at 610-834-1040, ext. 59.
For additional information call Donna Uhler at 610-834-1040 ext. 20,
or e-mail at donnau@rsvpmc.org