For many kupuna and working families in Hawai‘i, Social Security is a foundation of retirement security. But for certain retirees—especially federal employees, teachers, and public…
Understanding Medicare Special Enrollment Period Forms: CMS-40B and CMS-L564 Navigating Medicare can feel overwhelming, especially if you didn’t sign up for Part B when you…
Medicare Telehealth: What Hawai‘i Residents Need to Know About the 2025 Changes Telehealth has been a lifeline for many kupuna and families across Hawai‘i, especially…
Fraudsters are finding new ways to target Medicare beneficiaries — but now you have a simple tool to defend yourself. The SMP Medicare Tracker is…
Understanding What It Is—and What It Isn’t The Pharmaceutical Assistance Program Finder on Medicare.gov is a powerful tool that helps Hawai‘i residents locate state-run prescription…
As Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period (OEP) approaches, it’s essential for Hawai‘i residents to understand their options and make informed decisions about their health coverage. This…
Healthcare coverage is one of the most important ways we can take care of ourselves and our families. For those in Hawaii who don’t have…
Navigating Medicare can feel overwhelming, especially when unexpected costs like Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) appear on your bill. At Hawaii SHIP, our mission is…
How to Access Medicare in a Disaster: A Guide for Hawaiʻi Residents Living in Hawaiʻi means we’re no strangers to natural emergencies—from hurricanes to wildfires…
As retirement approaches, understanding how your Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) coverage works with Medicare is crucial. The 2025 Medicare Basics for FEHB guide—developed by…
In 2025, the healthcare landscape for U.S. Postal Service retirees is changing significantly. With the introduction of the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) program—mandated by…
