Sign up for Medicare - SSA
Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age 65 or older. You’ll sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B through Social Security, so you can make both retirement and Medicare choices and withhold any premiums from your benefit payments.
When to sign up for Medicare | SSA
When to sign up for Medicare. Most people sign up for Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance) when they're first eligible, typically at age 65. It's important to sign up promptly to avoid gaps in coverage or late enrollment penalties.
Medicare Benefits | SSA
You can use our online application to sign up just for Medicare and wait to apply for your retirement or spouses benefits later. It takes less than 10 minutes, and there are no forms to sign and usually no documentation is required.
Plan for Medicare | SSA
Sign up for Medicare. You'll sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B through Social Security. You can learn more and sign up for other parts at Medicare.gov. Medicare is our country's health insurance program for people age 65 or older.
How do I sign up for Medicare? - FAQ
The easiest way to apply for Medicare is by using our online application or you can make an appointment by calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information read our Medicare publication.
Sign up for Part B only | SSA
Sign up for Part B only. Part B helps pay for your basic healthcare services. If you already have Part A, you can add Part B during specific enrollment periods. It's important to sign up promptly to avoid gaps in coverage or late enrollment penalties.
Sign up for Medicare Part B Online, by Fax, or by Mail
Oct 17, 2024 · Sign up for Medicare Part B Online, by Fax, or by Mail. Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is underway through December 7. This is an annual opportunity for people with Medicare to review their coverage and, if needed, make changes to their plans.
Manage your Medicare benefits | SSA
Visit the Medicare website to: Compare and choose Part C (Medicare Advantage) and Part D (prescription drug coverage) plans. Find Medicare providers. View your claims. View and pay your Medicare bill. Go to Medicare.gov. You’ll sign up for Part A and Part B through Social Security.
Parts of Medicare | SSA
You must sign up for Part A or Part B before enrolling in Part D. Get started with Parts C and D Review and sign up for Medicare Advantage and drug plans on Medicare.gov.
You can sign up for Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) through Social Security’s . online Medicare application. Visit Medicare’s website, Medicare.gov, to get more information about Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Part D coverage. You can download a copy . online Medicare application. Medicare.gov