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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Enrollment Period
Open enrollment
Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people 65 and older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease or ALS. Part A covers inpatient hospital stays, skilled nursing facility care, hospice, and some home health; Part B covers outpatient medical services, preventive care, and medical equipment; Part C (Medicare Advantage) bundles A and B through private plans; and Part D covers prescription drugs. Most people do not pay a premium for Part A if they or their spouse paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years.
Answer each question — we'll show you exactly what applies to your situation.
Are you a US citizen or qualifying non-citizen?
Are you currently receiving SSDI benefits for 24 months?
Any age with End-Stage Renal Disease requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant?
Any age with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis?
Part A is premium-free for most people with sufficient work history; Part B has a standard monthly premium?