On this site now
English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Every page exists in every language.
- English
- Español
- 简体中文
- 繁體中文
Operated by HealthBenefitsCompass LLC, a subsidiary of HealthcareGPS Inc.Medicare education · Not a government websiteReviewed by Lauri Middleton, RN, MSN (licensed Medicare agent) and Karen OrillaHow we prepare our guidance →Meet our reviewers →
Reviewed for accuracy by Lauri Middleton, RN, MSN, licensed Medicare agentReviewed for clarity by Karen OrillaMeet our reviewers →
Languages
Languages
Los Angeles County speaks more than 200 languages. Here is what this site offers now, what is coming, and where to get Medicare help in your language today.
Planned
A Korean route is declared in the site manifest. It will appear only when reviewed content exists — never as machine text.
- 한국어
Help in your language today
1-800-MEDICARE and Social Security provide interpreters by phone at no cost. Los Angeles County HICAP counsels in English and Spanish and arranges interpreters for other languages. Medicare.gov publishes materials in many languages. Written Chinese on this site does not mean Chinese-speaking staff are available at any office.
Los Angeles County HICAP
Free, confidential, one-on-one Medicare counseling for county residents and families, run by the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program. Not affiliated with any plan or agent. In-person appointments are offered through the county program; call to book.
English · Español · + interpreters
Medicare.gov and 1-800-MEDICARE
Official federal information and help, 24 hours a day. TTY 1-877-486-2048.
English · Español · + interpreters
Social Security — signing up for Parts A and B
Enrollment in Original Medicare goes through Social Security, online or by phone. TTY 1-800-325-0778.
English · Español · + interpreters