Also, for Medicare eligibility, you or your spouse must have worked 10 or more years in Medicare-covered employment. These Medicare eligibility requirements must be met for you to receive coverage.
If you already receive Social Security benefits, you don't need to do anything. A Medicare card should be sent to you about three months before you become eligible for Medicare.
If you meet the Medicare eligibility requirements listed above, you can apply by:
Once your Medicare eligibility is confirmed, you'll receive your Medicare card in the mail. Then, you can make your plan selections and enroll in the Medicare plan that is right for you.
Remember, as you near the Medicare eligibility age, you can enroll:
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