Medicare Benefits | SSA
WEBMost people age 65 or older are eligible for free Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) if they have worked and paid Medicare taxes long enough. You can sign up for Medicare Part B (medical insurance) by paying a monthly premium.
How and when to apply for Medicare - USAGov
WEBLearn how Medicare works for people 65 and older or with a disability. See if you are eligible, how to enroll, and locate a Medicare-certified provider.
Who’s eligible for Medicare? - HHS.gov
WEBDec 8, 2022 · Who’s eligible for Medicare? Generally, Medicare is for people 65 or older. You may be able to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease).
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.
Welcome to Medicare | Medicare
WEBGet help with prescription drug costs. People with limited resources can now qualify for even more savings on Medicare drug costs (Part D). Find out if you qualify and how …
Estimate my Medicare eligibility & premium
WEBEstimate my Medicare eligibility & premium. Get an estimate of when you're eligible for Medicare and your premium amount. If you don't see your situation, contact Social Security (or the Railroad Retirement Board if you get railroad benefits) to learn more about your specific eligibility or premium. We don't store your information.
Plan for Medicare | SSA
WEBMedicare is our country's health insurance program for people age 65 or older. You may also qualify if you have permanent kidney failure or receive Disability benefits.
Get started with Medicare
WEBMedicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease).
Original Medicare (Part A and B) Eligibility and Enrollment
WEBIndividuals already receiving Social Security or RRB benefits at least 4 months before being eligible for Medicare and residing in the United States (except residents of Puerto Rico) are automatically enrolled in both premium-free Part A and Part B.
Sign up for Medicare | SSA
WEBYou’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. If you’re under age 65, you may be eligible for Medicare if you have permanent kidney failure or if you receive Disability benefits.
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