Alachua County, Florida

Veteran Medicare Help in Alachua County

Veterans, spouses, and families in Alachua County can get plain-language Medicare help from a licensed agent at Veteran Savings Network, and find their local veteran organizations below. From a licensed, veteran-owned agency.

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How we help Alachua County veterans

Alachua County is home to about 278,468 residents (2020 Census), with Gainesville as the county seat. About 14,408 veterans live here (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024). This page lists 1 county veteran service office location, 1 DAV location, 2 American Legion posts, and 1 VFW post serving the area, plus statewide resources.

Veteran Savings Network is a licensed, veteran-owned Medicare insurance agency. Our licensed agents help Alachua County veterans and their families make sense of Medicare, so you do not overpay, do not carry coverage you do not need, and are not left underinsured.

VA Healthcare and Medicare

Many Alachua County veterans keep VA healthcare and add Medicare for more flexibility. VA care is generally received at VA facilities, and Medicare can add options to see providers outside the VA. VA healthcare and Medicare in Florida.

TRICARE for Life and Medicare

For military retirees in Alachua County with TRICARE, TRICARE For Life works as Medicare-wraparound coverage once you have Medicare Part A and Part B. Medicare pays first, TFL pays second. TRICARE for Life in Florida.

Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans

For Alachua County veterans with a VA disability rating: your rating does not by itself make you Medicare-eligible or change your timing. Eligibility generally comes at 65, or earlier through Social Security disability. Medicare for disabled veterans in Florida.

Veteran Special Enrollment Periods

Medicare has strict enrollment windows. VA healthcare by itself usually does not create a Special Enrollment Period for Part B, so timing your enrollment in Alachua County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in Florida.

Also for Alachua County families: turning 65 as a veteran, Medicare for spouses of veterans, and CHAMPVA and Medicare.

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Veteran organizations in Alachua County

Independent community and government resources for veterans in Alachua County. Listed for your convenience only. Veteran Savings Network is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of them.

County Veteran Service Offices

Alachua County Veterans Service Office
218 SE 24th Street, Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 264-6740

More in Florida: floridavets.org

VA Health Care

Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
1601 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608

Hours and phone: va.gov/find-locations

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

DAV Chapter 90 (Gator)
2015 SW 75th St, Gainesville, FL 32607
(352) 331-0945

More in Florida: locators.dav.org

American Legion Posts

American Legion Post 16, Haisley Lynch
4701 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 372-8802

American Legion Post 149, Newberry
26821 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
(352) 363-8372

More in Florida: floridalegion.org

VFW Posts

VFW Post 2811, Alachua County
1150 NE Waldo Road, Gainesville, FL 32641
(352) 376-7660

More in Florida: vfwfl.org

Statewide

Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (FDVA): (727) 518-3202

floridavets.org

VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations

Unbiased Medicare counseling, Florida SHINE: 1-800-963-5337, floridashine.org

Alachua County veteran Medicare questions

Where is the veterans service office in Alachua County?

The Alachua County veteran service office is at 218 SE 24th Street, Gainesville, FL 32641, phone (352) 264-6740. County veteran service officers help veterans and their families file VA and state benefit claims at no cost.

Can the county veteran service office help me with Medicare?

County veteran service officers focus on VA and state benefits. For Medicare questions, such as how Medicare works with VA healthcare or TRICARE For Life, a licensed agent at Veteran Savings Network can help you review your options.

Do you help veterans in Alachua County?

Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Alachua County and across Florida review their Medicare options in plain language.

Is Veteran Savings Network part of the VA or Medicare?

No. Veteran Savings Network is a licensed insurance agency and is not affiliated with the VA, Medicare, CMS, or any government agency.

How do I get started?

Book a call above or call (866) 380-0965 to speak with a licensed agent.

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Important: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.