When to sign up for Medicare | SSA
WEBWhen to sign up for Medicare. Most people sign up for Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance) when they're first eligible, typically at age 65. It's important to sign up promptly to avoid gaps in coverage or late enrollment penalties.
How and when to apply for Medicare | USAGov
WEBMar 27, 2024 · If you apply for Social Security 3 months before you turn 65 or later, you can sign up for Medicare when you apply for Social Security. The Initial Enrollment Period to sign up for Medicare begins 3 months before you turn 65 and ends 3 months after the month you turn 65--a total of 7 months.
When can I sign up for Medicare? | Medicare
WEBGenerally, you’re first eligible to sign up for Part A and Part B starting 3 months before you turn 65 and ending 3 months after the month you turn 65. (You may be eligible for Medicare earlier, if you get disability benefits from Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board.)
When does Medicare coverage start? | Medicare
WEBCoverage always starts on the first of the month. If you qualify for Premium-free Part A: Your Part A coverage starts the month you turn 65. (If your birthday is on the first of the month, coverage starts the month before you turn 65.) Part B (and Premium-Part A): Coverage starts based on the month you sign up:
Prepare to sign up | Medicare
WEBMost people get Medicare. Part A (Hospital Insurance) and. Part B (Medical Insurance) when first eligible (usually when turning 65). Answer a few questions to check when and how to sign up based on your personal situation. Learn about Part A and Part B sign up periods and when coverage starts.
Sign up for Medicare | SSA
WEBHome. Medicare. Sign up for Medicare. Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age 65 or older. You’ll sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B through Social Security, so you can make both retirement and Medicare choices and withhold any premiums from your benefit payments.
Medicare Benefits | SSA
WEBTable of Contents. The Parts of Medicare. Should I Sign Up For Part B (Medical Insurance)? Special Enrollment Period (SEP) How to Apply Online for Just Medicare. Medicare Cards. Already Enrolled in Medicare. What Happens After I Apply? Medicare Enrollment in Puerto Rico. Related Information.
When should I sign up for Medicare? | HHS.gov
WEBDec 14, 2022 · For most people, Medicare eligibility starts three months before turning 65 and ends three months after turning 65. If you’re already getting Social Security benefits, you’ll be automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B (you don’t need to apply).
How do I sign up for Medicare? - FAQ | SSA
WEBIf you don’t get Social Security benefits and are not ready to apply for them yet, you should sign up for Medicare three months before your 65 th birthday.
What is Medicare and who can get it? - FAQ | SSA
WEBMedicare is a health insurance program for people age 65 or older. Some younger people are eligible for Medicare including people with disabilities, permanent kidney failure and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s disease or ALS).
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