If you don't want to keep this plan, or to have Medicare enroll you in another drug plan, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or the plan provider. TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.
Burial Assistance. The Burial Assistance Program offers assistance to income eligible Washington, DC residents only who need help with funeral costs. Economic Security Administration (ESA) provides up to $800 toward funeral services or $450 toward the cost of cremation. Families receiving this assistance must use an ESA identified undertaker.
Finding the best burial insurance policy. If youâre looking for the best burial insurance policy, you have two main decisions: How much money will be needed for your funeral? The median cost of a funeral with burial is about $7,200, according to the National Funeral Directors Association. The median cost with cremation is about $6,100.