How to Determine if You are Eligible for Medicare



If you are a senior citizen or have a disability, you may be eligible for Medicare. But how do you know if you are eligible? This article will provide information on how to determine if you are eligible for Medicare.

To qualify for Medicare, you must be 65 years of age or older, or have been receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for 24 months. If you are under 65 and have a qualifying disability, such as end-stage renal disease (ESRD), Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS), or certain disabilities related to military service, then you may also be eligible.

If either of the above applies to you, then the next step is to apply for Medicare coverage. You can do this online at www.medicare.gov or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). When applying, make sure that all of your personal information is accurate and up to date so that your eligibility can be determined quickly and accurately.

Once your application has been received and processed, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will notify you in writing whether or not your application has been approved or denied. If approved, they will also provide information about when your coverage begins and what type of coverage is available to you based on your individual circumstances.

In addition to applying online or by phone, there are other ways that seniors can determine their eligibility for Medicare coverage such as talking with an accredited counselor from their local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP). These counselors can help seniors understand their rights and options when it comes to health care coverage through Medicare as well as other insurance options available in their state.

In conclusion, determining whether or not someone is eligible for Medicare depends on a variety of factors including age and disability status; however there are several ways that individuals can find out if they qualify including applying online at www.medicare.gov , calling 1-800-MEDICARE ,or speaking with an accredited counselor from their local SHIP program .

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