Montgomery County, Kansas

Veteran Medicare Help in Montgomery County

Veterans, spouses, and families in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County veterans

Montgomery County is home to about 31,486 residents (2020 Census), with Independence as the county seat. About 1,744 veterans live here (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024). This page lists 1 KOVS field office location, 3 American Legion posts, and 2 VFW posts, plus statewide resources.

Veteran Savings Network is a licensed, veteran-owned Medicare insurance agency. Our licensed agents help Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Kansas.

TRICARE for Life and Medicare

For military retirees in Montgomery 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 Kansas.

Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans

For Montgomery 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 Kansas.

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 Montgomery County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in Kansas.

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

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Veteran organizations in Montgomery County

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

KOVS Veteran Services Field Office

Independence Field Office
201 North Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 105, Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-0540

More in Kansas: kovs.ks.gov field offices

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

No DAV chapter is listed in Montgomery County yet. Find your nearest DAV chapter through the DAV Department of Kansas: davwebsites.dav.org/KS

American Legion Posts

American Legion Post 138
1607 US Highway 75, Caney, KS 67333
(620) 879-2173

American Legion Post 20
811 W 12th St, Coffeyville, KS 67337
(620) 251-5186

American Legion Post 139
1531 W Main St, Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-5180

More in Kansas: kansaslegion.org

VFW Posts

VFW Post 1022, Elliott-Funston-White
1714 W. 8th St, Coffeyville, KS 67337
(620) 688-6074

VFW Post 1186, Dewlen-Dix
113 E. Myrtle St., Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-6010

More in Kansas: vfwks.org

Statewide

Kansas Office of Veterans Services: (785) 296-3976

kovs.ks.gov

VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations

Unbiased Medicare counseling, SHICK (Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas): (800) 860-5260, kdads.ks.gov SHICK

Montgomery County veteran Medicare questions

Who helps veterans with VA benefit claims in Montgomery County?

The Independence Field Office is at 201 North Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 105, Independence, KS 67301, phone (620) 331-0540. KOVS veteran services representatives help veterans and their families file VA and state benefit claims at no cost.

Can a KOVS veteran services representative help me with Medicare?

KOVS veteran services representatives 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 Montgomery County?

Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Montgomery County and across Kansas 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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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.