Medicare Eligibility: A Guide for Seniors
What is Medicare? Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). It is designed to help pay for hospital care, doctor visits, prescription drugs, and other medical services. How to enroll in Medicare If you are eligible for Medicare, you can enroll through the Social Security Administration (SSA) website or by calling SSA at 1-800-772-1213. You can also enroll through Medicare Support Center at CVS by calling 1-844-471-0182. What are the different parts of Medicare? Medicare has four main parts: Part A covers hospital care, skilled nursing facility care, and hospice care. Part B covers doctor visits, outpatient services, durable medical equipment, and preventive care. Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, is an alternative to traditional Medicare that is offered by private insurance companies. Medicare Advantage plans typically provide the same ...
