Getting Medicare is a major milestone. There are 8 things you should know about Medicare:

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• People who are collecting Social Security are automatically enrolled into Medicare.

• Some people may have to sign up if they are not getting Social Security.

• There are certain times of the year when you can sign up or change how you get your coverage.

• If you sign up for Medicare Part B when you’re first eligible, you can avoid a penalty.

• You can choose how you get your Medicare coverage.

• You may be able to get help with your Medicare costs.

• You have 2 main options in how you get your Medicare coverage Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage. 

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If you choose:

 

Original Medicare, you can add a separate Medicare drug plan and/or Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) policy. 

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**Most Medicare Advantage Plans include drug coverage and offer extra benefits that Original Medicare doesn’t cover—like vision, hearing, dental, and more

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This information obtained from Medicare.

By contacting the phone number on this website you will be directed to a licensed agent.

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Not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. This is a solicitation of insurance.  A licensed agent/producer may contact you.