Who’s eligible for Medicare? - HHS. gov Generally, Medicare is for people 65 or older You may be able to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease)
How do I enroll in Medicare? - HHS. gov Administration at 1-800-772-1213 to enroll in Medicare or to ask questions about whether you are eligible You can also visit their web site at www socialsecurity gov
Who’s eligible for Medicaid? - HHS. gov You may qualify for free or low-cost health care through Medicaid based on your income and family size Eligibility rules differ among
What does Part B of Medicare (Medical Insurance) cover? Medicare Part B helps cover medically-necessary services like doctors’ services and tests, outpatient care, home health services, durable medical equipment, and other medical services
What is Medicare Part B? - HHS. gov Medicare Part B helps cover medical services like doctors' services, outpatient care, and other medical services that Part A doesn't cover
What is Medicare Part C? - HHS. gov A Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO) is another Medicare health plan choice you may have as part of Medicare
When should I sign up for Medicare? - HHS. gov Generally, we advise people to sign up for Medicare when they’re first eligible to avoid a gap in coverage and or late enrollment penalties