Medicare Eligibility

To be eligible for Part A and Part B, also referred to as "Original Medicare", :
- You must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident for at least 5 consecutive years
- Age 65 or older
- Under 65 with a qualifying disability
- Any person diagnosed with end-stage renal disease or ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease)
Medicare Planning Timeline & Tips
- 12 months before you turn 65 you should begin preparing for your transition to Medicare
- 3 months before you turn 65 Medicare & Medicare Supplement initial enrollment periods begin.
- When you turn 65 and enroll in Part B/supplement plan during your initial enrollment period, you won't need to answer any health questions.
- 3 months after you turn 65 your one-time Medicare initial enrollment period ends.
- 6 months after you turn 65 your Medicare supplement initial enrollment period ends.