Veteran Medicare Help in Marion County
Veterans, spouses, and families in Marion 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 Marion County veterans
Marion County is home to about 37,729 residents (2020 Census), with Salem as the county seat. This page lists 3 veterans service office locations, 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 Marion 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 Marion 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 Illinois.
TRICARE for Life and Medicare
For military retirees in Marion 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 Illinois.
Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans
For Marion 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 Illinois.
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 Marion County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in Illinois.
Also for Marion County families: turning 65 as a veteran, Medicare for spouses of veterans, and CHAMPVA and Medicare.
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Veteran organizations in Marion County
Independent community and government resources for veterans in Marion County. Listed for your convenience only. Veteran Savings Network is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of them.
Veterans Service Offices (VAC and IDVA)
Veterans Assistance Commission
1013 N Poplar St., Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-6518 ext. 227
Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, Marion County
125 W. Broadway, Centralia, IL 62801
(217) 836-6639
Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, Salem (itinerant)
416 Oglesby St, Salem, IL 62881
(217) 836-6639
Fridays 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
More in Illinois: veterans.illinois.gov
DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
DAV Chapter 76 (Egyptian Gateway)
521 N Hickory St, Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 204-8832
More in Illinois: illinoisdav.org
American Legion Posts
American Legion Post 446, George M. Nelms
117 S Poplar St., Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-5910
American Legion Post 128, Salem
Salem, IL 62881
More in Illinois: illegion.org
VFW Posts
VFW Post 2055, Centralia
1826 S Pine St, Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-9551
More in Illinois: vfwil.org
Statewide
Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA): 1-800-437-9824
VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations
Unbiased Medicare counseling, Illinois SHIP: Senior HelpLine 1-800-252-8966, ilaging.illinois.gov
Cities in Marion County
Marion County veteran Medicare questions
Where is the veterans service office in Marion County?
The Marion County Veterans Assistance Commission is at 1013 N Poplar St., Centralia, IL 62801, phone (618) 532-6518 ext. 227. The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs also has a veteran service office at 125 W. Broadway, Centralia, IL 62801, phone (217) 836-6639. These offices help veterans and their families file VA and state benefit claims at no cost.
Can the veterans service office help me with Medicare?
Veterans Assistance Commissions and IDVA 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 Marion County?
Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Marion County and across Illinois 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?
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