{"id":21292,"date":"2022-07-20T13:34:51","date_gmt":"2022-07-20T13:34:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.openbusinesscouncil.org\/?p=21292"},"modified":"2022-10-03T17:00:39","modified_gmt":"2022-10-03T17:00:39","slug":"how-to-join-medicare-your-comprehensive-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.footballthink.com\/how-to-join-medicare-your-comprehensive-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Join Medicare: Your Comprehensive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Other than eating a balanced diet, working out, avoiding smoking, and use of alcohol, health insurance is vital for everyone. It helps pay for you and your dependent’s medical costs. Without insurance, you may pay hundreds of dollars for full medical care.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

Most health insurance policies offer a list of participating specialists, facilities, and health care practitioners. With such a vast network, you can choose a provider that offers lower costs than one not listed in such a network. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Having an insurance plan encourages regular doctor checks and preventive care. Any health issues are therefore identified early and you can seek treatment before they become serious. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Medicare is one of the health insurance programs offered by the federal government. In this discussion, we’ll walk you through how to sign up for Medicare and any critical information you need to know.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Medicare?<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Medicare is a federal health insurance plan for seniors above 60 years old, people in the final stages of kidney disease, and younger people living with disabilities.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Some U.S.citizens are automatically signed up for the Original Medicare without filling out forms or answering any questions. Others must sign up to enroll in any Medicare program.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

You can sign up for the Original Medicare online by accessing the <\/span><\/span>Social Security website <\/u><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a>using your computer or phone. Alternatively, you can visit the nearest Social Security office and enroll in person. Keep in mind the signup period is at least three months before or after your 65th birthday. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, the enrollment period is from October 15th to December 7th. You can also use the opportunity to make changes to your existing coverage. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Enrolling in Medicare Plans<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

First, it’s important to note that Medicare has three parts, and signing up for each is a different task. Enrollment periods for each of these parts vary as well.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

If you are signing up for the first time, note that delays in signing up can incur fees and penalties. It is advisable to set notifications or alerts on your calendar to remind you of the date.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Enrolling For Original Medicare Part A and B<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

To sign up:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n