Medicare Eligibility Requirements
For people over 65:
- Those who are eligible for Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits.
- Those who may also be eligible for Medicare through their spouse's or former spouse's Social Security benefits.
For people under 65:
- Those who have received Social Security Disability benefits for 2 years.
- Those who are eligible for Social Security Disability benefits and have Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS) or end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
Medicare Advantage Plan Eligibility Requirements
- You must have Part A and Part B of Medicare.
- You must live in the plan's service area.
- You must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States.
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Medicare Advantage Plan Eligibility Requirements for People with ESRD
If you have ESRD, you can enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan during the following periods:
- The open enrollment period, which runs from October 15 to December 7 for coverage starting on January 1.
- The initial enrollment period, which is the 7-month period that begins the month you turn 65 or become eligible for Medicare.
- The special enrollment period, if you have a qualifying event, such as losing your job or moving.
Types of Medicare Advantage Plan
There are four main types of Medicare Advantage plans:
- Medicare HMO plans
- Medicare PPO plans
- Medicare comprehensive plans
- Medicare cancer plans
Benefits of Medicare Advantage Plan
- Medicare Advantage plans offer the same coverage as Original Medicare (Parts A and B), plus additional benefits.
- Medicare Advantage plans can help you save money on your Medicare premiums.
- Medicare Advantage plans can simplify your Medicare coverage.
For more information about Medicare Advantage plans, please visit the Medicare website (www.medicare.gov).
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