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how to look up medicare elgibility

by Mary Dooley Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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The best way to check eligibility and enroll in Medicare online is to use the Social Security or Medicare websites. They are government portals for signing up for Medicare, and they offer free information about eligibility.

How do you know if you are Medicare eligible?

To find out if you are eligible and your expected premium, go the Medicare.gov eligibility tool.

How do I check my Medicare online?

Summary: MyMedicare.gov is Medicare's free, secure, online service for managing personal information regarding Original Medicare benefits and services. Original Medicare beneficiaries can create an account with MyMedicare.gov and use it to check information about their coverage, enrollment status, and Medicare claims.

Do I automatically get Medicare when I turn 65?

Yes. If you are receiving benefits, the Social Security Administration will automatically sign you up at age 65 for parts A and B of Medicare. (Medicare is operated by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but Social Security handles enrollment.)

Is my Social Security account the same as my Medicare account?

A: They're not the same thing, but they do have many similarities, and most older Americans receive benefits simultaneously from both programs. Social Security, which was enacted in 1935, is a government-run income benefit for retirees who have worked – and paid Social Security taxes – for at least ten years.

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