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- Who’s eligible for Medicare? - HHS. gov
Qualify to get (or are already getting) retirement or disability benefits from Social Security (or the Railroad Retirement Board) Get Medicare earlier than 65 Are 65 or older and you (or another qualifying person, like your current or former spouse) paid Medicare taxes while working for a certain amount of time (usually at least 10 years)
- What is Medicare Part C? - HHS. gov
Medicare Advantage Plans may offer extra coverage, such as vision, hearing, dental, and or health and wellness programs Most include Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) Medicare pays a fixed amount for your care every month to the companies offering Medicare Advantage Plans These companies must follow rules set by Medicare
- How do I enroll in Medicare? - HHS. gov
For example, if your 65th birthday is February 1, 2010, your Medicare effective date would be January 1, 2010 ) If you are not getting Social Security benefits: If you are not getting Social Security benefits, you can apply for retirement benefits online If you would like to file for Medicare only, you can apply by calling 1-800-772-1213
- What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
A federal agency called the Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services runs Medicare Because it’s a federal program, Medicare has set standards for costs and coverage This means a person’s Medicare coverage will be the same no matter what state they live in Medicare-related bills are paid from two trust funds held by the U S Treasury
- When should I sign up for Medicare? - HHS. gov
If you don’t get Medicare automatically, here are some ways to sign up*: Online (at Social Security) – You’ll need to create your secure my Social Security account to sign up for Medicare or apply for benefits Call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 TTY users can call 1-800-325-0778 Contact your local Social Security office
- What is Medicare Part A? - HHS. gov
You must meet certain conditions to get these benefits Cost: Most people don't have to pay a monthly payment, called a premium, for Part A This is because they or a spouse paid Medicare taxes while they were working If you (or your spouse) didn't pay Medicare taxes while you worked and you are age 65 or older, you may be able to buy Part A
- What health insurance programs are available for aging and or low . . .
For information on Medicare, visit the website or call toll free 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage: Since January 1, 2006, everyone with Medicare, regardless of income, health status, or prescription drug usage has had access to prescription drug coverage
- What does Part B of Medicare (Medical Insurance) cover?
Medicare Part B helps cover medically-necessary services like doctors’ services and tests, outpatient care, home health services, durable medical equipment, and other medical services Part B also covers some preventive services Look at your Medicare card to find out if you have Part B The basic medically-necessary services covered include:
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