Chaffee County Medicare overview
Chaffee County is in the upper Arkansas River valley. The area attracts retirees and has Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center. Plan options are limited but growing.
Medicare Advantage plans
Chaffee County has approximately 5-10 Medicare Advantage plans.
Part D drug plans
Salida residents can choose from 15+ standalone Part D plans. The best plan depends on your specific medications.
Find a Medicare agent in Salida
A licensed Medicare agent can help you compare plans, understand costs, and enroll — all at no cost to you. Agents are paid by insurance carriers, not by you.
Good to know: In rural areas like Chaffee County, an agent's guidance is especially valuable since plan options may be more limited. An agent can identify the best coverage available at your specific ZIP code.
Compare plans in Chaffee County
Plan availability and costs vary by county. See every Medicare Advantage, Medigap, and Part D plan available at your ZIP code.
Nearest Social Security office
The nearest Social Security office for Chaffee County residents is in Pueblo.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Pueblo | 421 N Main St, Pueblo, CO 81003 | 1-866-931-8395 |
Tip: Most Medicare tasks can be handled online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213.
Free Medicare counseling
The Colorado SHIP program provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling for Chaffee County residents through the Upper Arkansas Area Agency on Aging. Call the statewide SHIP hotline at 1-888-696-7213.
Nearby areas
Neighboring communities include Salida, Buena Vista, Leadville, and Canon City. Plan availability is determined by county, so all residents within Chaffee County share the same Medicare plan options.