What’s the process for signing up for Medicare if I’m already on disability benefits?
Answered by 7 licensed agents
Answered by Gregory Gudis on March 19, 2025
Broker Licensed in AZ, CO, CT & 16 other states
Answered by Larry Dalton on March 26, 2025
Broker Licensed in OK & TX
Answered by Melonie Wood on March 27, 2025
Agent Licensed in FL & AL
Automatic Enrollment Process:
24-Month Waiting Period:
Medicare eligibility begins after 24 months of receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or RRB disability benefits.
You’ll be automatically enrolled in Medicare on the 25th month of receiving disability benefits.
Medicare Card Arrival:
Your Medicare card will be mailed about 3 months before your Medicare coverage begins.
Coverage typically starts on the first day of the 25th month of receiving disability benefits.
Exceptions to the Waiting Period:
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis):
If you have ALS, Medicare enrollment begins the same month your disability benefits start.
End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD):
For ESRD, Medicare eligibility usually begins:
After 3 months of dialysis.
Immediately if you receive a kidney transplant.
Manual Enrollment (If Necessary):
If you’re approaching your 25th month of disability benefits and have not received your Medicare card, you can manually enroll by:
Visiting Social Security Administration
Calling 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778)
Visiting your local Social Security office.
Answered by Shawn Brown on March 31, 2025
Broker Licensed in FL, AL, CO & 7 other states
Answered by Bob Thompson on March 25, 2025
Agent Licensed in IA
Answered by Tasha Riggs on March 25, 2025
Broker Licensed in CO, AZ, HI & 10 other states
Here’s what you’ll get:
• Part A (Hospital Insurance) – Usually free
• Part B (Medical Insurance) – Has a monthly premium unless you decline it
You can also choose to add:
• Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage) or
• A Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) for extra benefits
Answered by Christopher Villarreal on March 28, 2025
Broker Licensed in TX
Tags: New To Medicare
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