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Program Description
Medicare is a health insurance program for people who meet certain conditions. The program helps with health care costs, but it doesn’t cover all medical expenses or most long-term care.
General Program Requirements
You may qualify for Medicare if you meet the conditions below:
- Are age 65 or older.
- Are younger than 65 and have disabilities, or
- Have permanent kidney failure.
Application Process
Visit the Sign Up/Change Plans page for details on how to get started with Medicare, including the plans offered.
To find out what other Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits you may qualify for, use the SSA Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST) on Benefits.gov. When you complete the questionnaire you get a list of benefits to review. You can print this page for your records.
When you know which benefits you may apply for, click Apply for Social Security Benefits to apply online. You can also call to learn more about SSA benefits and how to apply.
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY 1-800-325-0778
Program Contact Information
To Contact Medicare directly for help, or for questions about billing, claims, medical records, or expenses, you can call:
- 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
- TTY 1-877-486-2048
Visit the Medicare website to find more information and resources.
Visit the Social Security Contact Us page for to see all of the SSA contact options, and to learn about our online and special services. We also offer free interpreter services.
