Most commonly now you apply for Medicare on the Social Security website: www.ssa.gov (or you can call 800-772-1213 to make a phone appointment to apply over the phone). This is only if you’re not taking Social Security earlier than your fully vested age. You’ll get your Medicare card automatically if
According to Medicare.gov, the purpose of this form is if, due to an exceptional condition, you didn’t sign up for Medicare Premium Part A (some people have to pay for it if they didn’t pay for 40 quarters into the Medicare tax) or Part B during your Initial Enrollment Period
You would expect to pay a monthly premium for a Medicare drug plan right? And an annual name brand drug deductible (It can be no higher than $505 in 2023) that needs to be met is typical if you have a “stand-alone” Medicare drug plan. (Those who are enrolled in
However, if you’re covered by a large group health plan that you prefer to keep (for various reasons) then you don’t need to sign up for Medicare during your initial enrollment period when you turn 65. I will say though that it is helpful later on to do the Medicare
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