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Do you want to know how to qualify for Medicare? Medicare is the standard health insurance plan for United States citizens who are 65 and older. While age is the primary factor for most individuals, there are other ways to qualify for Medicare.
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Tips
- You should sign up for Medicare benefits 3 months before you 65th birthday so your benefits will be in effect starting on your birthday.http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10043.html#part3
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What is Medicare?
This video by William Rae, a licensed insurance and financial specialist with over 30 years experience, explains the basic principles of Medicare and reviews who is eligible for coverage. He also reviews non-age qualifications for Medicare. Learn how to qualify for Medicare in this helpful video
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Introduction
Medicare is a major player in the United States health care system. From providing insurance coverage to most individuals 65 and older to individuals who have specific health concerns, Medicare helps provide affordable health care to those who need it most.http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/1—43.html#part2 Discover if you qualify for basic Medicare Part A (Hospital) coverage and then apply to receive your benefits. -
Step 1: Age
Once you turn 65, they qualify for Medicare if they meet the following requirements:- You are eligible for Social Security Benefits
- You are eligible for Railroad Retirement Benefits
- You or your spouse worked in a government job that deducted Medicare taxes
- Your are a dependent of an insured child that passed away.http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10043.html#part3
Step 2: Medical Conditions
You may qualify for Medicare before you turn 65 if you have the following medical conditions:Step 3: Situational Conditions
If you meet specific situational requirements, you may qualify for medicare:- You have been qualified for Social Security disability benefits for 24 months or more
- You receive disability payments from the Railroad Retirement Board
- You are the widow(er) or child of someone who worked for the government and you are eligible for Social Security disability paymentshttp://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10043.html#part3
Step 4: Medicare Part B, C and D
- If you do not qualify for Medicare Part A, you can purchase Medicare Part B medical insurance if:
- You are 65 or older
- You are a U.S. Citizen
- You are a Non-citizen who has been in the United States legally for at least 5 years. http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10043.html#part3
- You are qualified for Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans) if you qualify for Medicare Part A and B.
- You are qualified for Medicare Part D (Medicare Prescription Drug Plans) if you qualify for any type of Medicare service.http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10043.html#part3
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Medicare - Social Security Online - The Official Website of the US ...
This booklet provides basic information about what Medicare is, who is covered and some of the options you have for choosing Medicare coverage.ssa.gov
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