Turning 65

Turning 65 is another milestone in one's life. But it's an important one. And one important thing is signing up for Medicare coverage. This section helps guide you through the process of signing up for Original Medicare (Parts A and B). Most people sign up for Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance) when they're first eligible, typically at age 65. 

There might be steps of which you must take in order to avoid penalties.

If you are age 65 or older and receive Social Security benefits, you will be automatically enrolled in Part A but you will have to enroll in part B (if you do not have credible coverage).

It's important to sign up promptly to avoid gaps in coverage or late enrollment penalties. However, if you're already covered through an employer group health plan, it might make sense to delay Part B.

Signing up for Medicare Part A and Part B is through Social Security. You can also make both retirement and Medicare choices and withhold any premiums from your benefit payments by phone or online. 

Signing up online or over the phone is fast and convenient. 

You will need your 

1. Social security number 

2. Place of birth

3. Start and end dates for any current group health plans

4. Valid email address

Use the button below to go to the social security website to sign up for Medicare. 

Click Button below. Then click the Medicare tab. Then click Sign up for Medicare. 

Or call 800-772-1213. 

* You can sign up three months prior to your birthday month.