Natasha does not have enough work history to qualify for premium-free Medicare Part A

Natasha is turning 65 in a few months and wants to enroll in Medicare because she has no other insurance. She has never worked in the U.S. and is worried…

How to enroll in Medicare if you are under 65 and have a disability

…Parts A and B. If you get Social Security retirement benefits, your package and card will come from the Social Security Administration (SSA). If you get railroad disability annuity checks,…

Creating documents to plan future care

…have unusual wishes or there are disagreements among family members. You should consult a lawyer to obtain a power of attorney document that appoints a trusted individual to make decisions…

Options for those whose Extra Help application is denied, or whose benefit is less than expected

…and any additional information you send in. Set a date for a hearing by calling your local SSA office or the national hotline at 800-772-1213. You can also download an…

Increases in Part B premiums and the hold harmless provision

…You do not already pay higher Part B premiums because of Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) eligibility; And, you do not receive a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) large enough…

Medicare Savings Programs in New York

…in New York and have a limited income, you may be eligible to receive help with your health care costs through an MSP. TEST Start Over Get Help Applying for…

ESRD Medicare costs and coverage

…overseen by a doctor) Immunosuppressant drugs after a kidney transplant, as long as you had Medicare Part A at the time of the transplant Medicare covers most services associated with…

Medicare eligibility for those 65+

…whether or not you are already receiving Social Security retirement benefits or Railroad Retirement benefits. Also, there are circumstances in which someone may become Medicare-eligible at age 65 but defers…

Mammogram screenings

…everyone. Your provider may recommend a diagnostic mammogram if your screening shows an abnormality or if a physical exam reveals a lump. Medicare covers as many diagnostic mammograms as necessary….

EPIC program overview

…if single and $26,001-$100,000/year if married. If your income is between $20,001-$23,000 and you are single, or $26,001-$29,000 and you are married: You will not have to pay an annual…