Columbus County, North Carolina

Veteran Medicare Help in Columbus County

Veterans, spouses, and families in Columbus 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 Columbus County veterans

Columbus County is home to about 50,623 residents (2020 Census), with Whiteville as the county seat. About 2,668 veterans live here (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020 to 2024). This page lists 2 veterans service office locations, 5 American Legion posts, and 1 VFW post, plus statewide resources.

Veteran Savings Network is a licensed, veteran-owned Medicare insurance agency. Our licensed agents help Columbus 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 Columbus 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 North Carolina.

TRICARE for Life and Medicare

For military retirees in Columbus 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 North Carolina.

Medicare for 100% Disabled Veterans

For Columbus 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 North Carolina.

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 Columbus County matters. Veteran enrollment periods in North Carolina.

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

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Veteran organizations in Columbus County

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

Veterans Service Offices

Columbus County Veterans Services Office
805 Pinckney St, Whiteville, NC 28472
(910) 640-6638
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

State center serving this county:
NCDMVA Wilmington Veterans Service Center
3205 Randall Pkwy, Suite 102, Wilmington, NC 28403
(919) 664-1065

More in North Carolina: milvets.nc.gov

DAV (Disabled American Veterans)

No DAV chapter is listed in Columbus County yet. Find your nearest DAV chapter through the DAV Department of North Carolina: davwebsites.dav.org/NC

American Legion Posts

American Legion Post 204
1205 Main Street, Fair Bluff, NC 28439
(910) 628-7295

American Legion Post 521
927 Graham Rd, Riegelwood, NC 28456

American Legion Post 507
615 5th St, Tabor City, NC 28463
(910) 770-7109

American Legion Post 137
37 Legion Dr, Whiteville, NC 28472

American Legion Post 233
313 Phillips St, Whiteville, NC 28472
(910) 642-8791

More in North Carolina: nclegion.org

VFW Posts

VFW Post 8073, Columbus County VFW Memorial
6354 James B. White Hwy South, Whiteville, NC 28472
(910) 625-6640

More in North Carolina: vfw.org/find-a-post

Statewide

NC Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (NCDMVA): (844) 624-8387

milvets.nc.gov

VA facility locator: va.gov/find-locations

Unbiased Medicare counseling, North Carolina SHIIP: (855) 408-1212, ncdoi.gov/shiip

Columbus County veteran Medicare questions

Where is the veterans service office in Columbus County?

The Columbus County Veterans Services Office is at 805 Pinckney St, Whiteville, NC 28472, phone (910) 640-6638. The NCDMVA Wilmington Veterans Service Center, at 3205 Randall Pkwy, Suite 102, Wilmington, NC 28403, phone (919) 664-1065, also serves Columbus County. 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 service offices 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 Columbus County?

Yes. Veteran Savings Network helps veterans, spouses, and families in Columbus County and across North Carolina 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.