Pike County, Kentucky

Veteran Medicare Help in Pike County

Veterans, spouses, and families in Pike 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 Pike County veterans

Pike County is home to about 58,669 residents (2020 Census), with Pikeville as the county seat. About 1,911 veterans live here (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024). This page lists 1 KDVA benefits field representative, 3 DAV locations, and 2 VFW posts, plus statewide resources.

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

TRICARE for Life and Medicare

For military retirees in Pike 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 Kentucky.

Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans

For Pike 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 Kentucky.

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 Pike County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in Kentucky.

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

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Veteran organizations in Pike County

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

KDVA Benefits Field Representative

Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Field Representative, Region 18
(606) 424-0653

More in Kentucky: veterans.ky.gov benefits representatives

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

DAV Chapter 141, Belfry
25320 US Hwy 119, Belfry, KY 41514
(606) 237-0336

DAV Chapter 140, Elkhorn City
260 Russell St, Elkhorn City, KY 41522
(606) 754-9161

DAV Chapter 166, Johns Creek Mem
4962 Zebulon Hwy, Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 794-5999

More in Kentucky: davwebsites.dav.org/KY

American Legion Posts

No American Legion post is listed in Pike County yet. Find a local post through The American Legion, Department of Kentucky: kylegion.org

VFW Posts

VFW Post 10922, Phelps
20 Shades Br, Phelps, KY 41553
(606) 456-7423

VFW Post 3769, Pike County Memorial
119 2nd. Street, Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 367-2587

More in Kentucky: vfwky.org

Statewide

Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs: (502) 564-9203

veterans.ky.gov

VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations

Unbiased Medicare counseling, Kentucky SHIP: 1-877-293-7447, chfs.ky.gov SHIP

Pike County veteran Medicare questions

Who helps veterans with VA benefit claims in Pike County?

Pike County veterans can call the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Field Representative, Region 18 at (606) 424-0653. KDVA benefits field representatives help veterans and their families file VA and state benefit claims at no cost.

Can a KDVA benefits field representative help me with Medicare?

KDVA benefits field 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 Pike County?

Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Pike County and across Kentucky 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.