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State Health Insurance Program / Senior Medicare Patrol Application - Alaska
State Health Insurance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol Volunteer Application is a legal document that was released by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services - a government authority operating within Alaska.
FAQ
Q: What is the State Health Insurance Program?
A: The State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a program in Alaska that provides free health insurance counseling for seniors.
Q: What is the Senior Medicare Patrol?
A: The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a program in Alaska that helps seniors prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud and abuse.
Q: Who can apply to be a volunteer for the State Health Insurance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol?
A: Anyone in Alaska who is interested in helping seniors and has some knowledge of health insurance or Medicare can apply to be a volunteer.
Q: How do I apply to be a volunteer for the State Health Insurance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol?
A: To apply, you can contact the Alaska State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) office for more information and an application form.
Q: What does a volunteer for the State Health Insurance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol do?
A: Volunteers provide assistance to seniors by helping them understand their health insurance options, answering questions about Medicare, and educating them on how to prevent Medicare fraud and abuse.
Q: Is there any training provided for volunteers?
A: Yes, volunteers will receive training on health insurance counseling and Medicare fraud prevention.
Q: Are there any requirements to be a volunteer?
A: While there are no specific requirements, having some knowledge of health insurance or Medicare will be helpful in performing the volunteer role effectively.
Q: Is this a paid position?
A: No, volunteering for the State Health Insurance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol is unpaid.
Q: Can anyone apply to be a volunteer, regardless of age?
A: Yes, anyone who is interested in helping seniors and meets the knowledge requirements can apply to be a volunteer for the program.
Q: Is there a time commitment involved in being a volunteer?
A: The time commitment can vary based on individual availability, but volunteers are expected to commit a certain number of hours per month to the program.
Form Details:
- Released on July 1, 2018;
- The latest edition currently provided by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services;
- Ready to use and print;
- Easy to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
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