How do I contact Utah SHIP?

Quick Answer

Utah's free Medicare counseling program, called SHIP, is run through the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC). You can reach them by calling 1-877-424-4640 or visiting Utah211.org to find a local office.

Detailed Explanation

SHIP stands for State Health Insurance Assistance Program. In Utah, it's administered through the Aging and Disability Resource Centers, or ADRCs. These are trained volunteer counselors who give free, unbiased help with Medicare questions. They have no financial stake in what you choose, which makes them a trustworthy resource when you're sorting through plan options.The statewide number to reach Utah's ADRC network is 1-877-424-4640. You can also find local contacts by visiting Utah211.org and searching for Medicare counseling or ADRC services near you. Many counties have an office that offers in-person appointments, and phone consultations are typically available if you live somewhere more rural.SHIP counselors can help you understand your coverage options, walk through plan comparisons, explain Medicare Savings Programs that might lower your costs, and help if you have a billing problem or need to file an appeal. They do not sell insurance, so there's no pressure involved.If you're supporting an aging parent and can't always be there in person, getting them connected with a local ADRC counselor is one of the most practical things you can do. The help is genuinely free and the counselors know Medicare in detail.

How This Applies in Utah

Utah's SHIP program operates through the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC). Call 1-877-424-4640 or search Utah211.org for a local office. Counselors are available across the state, including outreach to rural counties where in-person help can otherwise be hard to find.

What This Means For You

For you, this means there's a free, no-pressure resource available if you want a second opinion on a plan decision or just need someone to explain your options clearly.

Disclaimer

How Resting Sycamore Advisors Uses CMS Data

Our Commitment to Reliable Medicare Information

At Resting Sycamore Advisors, we work to provide accurate, current, and trustworthy information about Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, and Special Needs Plans.

To do that, we use data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which is the official source for Medicare plan and enrollment information.

CMS Data Sources We Rely On

Our Medicare plan pages and comparison tools are powered by CMS datasets, including:

  • Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape Files for annual plan availability and benefit details
  • Plan Benefits Package (PBP) Files for detailed benefit and coverage information
  • Part C and Part D Performance Data for quality ratings and plan performance measures
  • Monthly Enrollment Data for enrollment counts by contract, plan, state, and county

When possible, we link to the original CMS resources so you can review the source material directly.

How Often We Update Our Data

We follow the CMS release schedule and update our website as new data becomes available.

Annual Plan Year Updates (September)

We load new plan year Landscape and PBP files before the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (October 15 through December 7). We also monitor CMS.gov for updates or revisions and refresh our content when needed.

Mid-Year Updates

We update enrollment and performance data as CMS publishes revised files, which are typically released monthly or quarterly.

Ongoing Maintenance

We routinely monitor CMS announcements for corrections, reissued files, or other changes and update our pages accordingly.

Each plan page includes a Last Accessed date so visitors can see when the source information was most recently reviewed.

How We Prepare CMS Data for Our Website

CMS data can be difficult to read in raw form. To make it easier to use, we format and organize the data for clarity.

This includes:

  • Standardizing plan identifiers such as contract ID, plan ID, and segment
  • Normalizing terminology so common Medicare terms are presented consistently
  • Organizing plan information by state, county, and ZIP code to match how people shop for coverage

All data values come from CMS. We do not change the underlying values beyond formatting, organization, and presentation.

Version Tracking and Transparency

We keep internal records of the CMS dataset versions used on our site.

Major Version History

  • Current Version: CY2025 Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape Files (v1.0, published October 2025)
  • Prior Version: None. Resting Sycamore Advisors first began publishing structured Medicare plan information in March 2025

If CMS issues corrected or revised files, we update our website to reflect the latest available version.

Important Limitations

Please keep the following in mind:

  • CMS is the official source of truth. For enrollment and coverage decisions, always confirm details with Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
  • Data timing can vary. Enrollment and performance updates may appear on our website a few weeks after CMS publishes changes.
  • Plan details can change. Plan availability, costs, and benefits may change. Always verify current details directly with the plan provider.

Need Help From Official Medicare Resources?

For personalized Medicare assistance, please use these official resources:

  • Medicare.gov Help Center — https://www.medicare.gov
  • 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) TTY: 1-877-486-2048
  • State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) — free local counseling for Medicare beneficiariesIf you want, I can also give you a shorter legal-style version for a footer or /disclaimer page summary.