I'm a green card holder who's been in the US for 4 years and turning 65 soon. Am I eligible for Medicare?
Answered by 4 licensed agents
No. To be eligible as a green card holder, you must live in the United States for five years before applying for Medicare.
Answered by Larry Dalton on April 5, 2025
Broker Licensed in OK & TX
Legal residents must live in the US for at least 5 years in a row, including the 5 years before applying for Medicare.
Answered by Timothy Brown on April 8, 2025
Broker Licensed in PA, CT, DE & 15 other states
Green card holders have to have lived in the US for at least 5 continuous years and either qualify for a disability or reach the age of 65. They also may have to pay a premium for their Part A hospitalization coverage if they have not worked enough quarters and paid into the Social Security system
Answered by Steve Brauer on April 8, 2025
Broker Licensed in AZ & CA
Original Medicare has 2 primary components. Medicare Part A which covers items like Hospital Visits and skilled nursing, Home Health care and Hospice Care. Per Medicare guidelines in order to be eligible for part A you must have worked 40 quarters or 10 years in the system with the U.S. In general, there is no premium paid for Part as long as you meet those guidelines. However, you could be eligible for Part A at age 65 but you will have to pay a premium for the Medicare coverage. Medicare Part B covers all of your doctors / specialist visits, outpatient surgeries, durable medical equipment, lab work, Cat Scans, X-rays, etc. Depending on the situation you may be eligible for Part B but you would have to pay a premium for the coverage.
Answered by Mel Stevens on April 6, 2025
Broker Licensed in AZ
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