Medicare Basics
Understanding Medicare Basics
Here’s some basic information on the U.S. Government’s Medicare Program – What it is, and what it is not.
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Medicare Basics: What is Medicare?
The U.S. government’s largest health insurance program serving more than 62 million people.
MEDICARE IS
- A federal health insurance program
- For U.S. citizens and legal residents
- Individual health insurance
MEDICARE IS NOT
- Medicaid
- Social security
- Family plans
Medicare Basics: Who Can get Medicare
Medicare Basics: Who Can get Medicare
You can qualify for Medicare if you meet one of the following requirements:
● 3 months before and after you turn 65 – 7 month window
● Younger than 65 with a qualifying disability
● Have end-stage renal disease (ESRD)
Note: you also may be eligible for Medicare Part A through your spouse, though you must meet the age or disability requirement
Medicare Basics: What does Original Medicare cover?
Original Medicare consists of Part A and Part B
Medicare Basics: What does it cost?
Medicare Basics: What does it cost?
Not affiliated with the U.S. government or federal Medicare program. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800 MEDICARE to get information on all of your options
Medicare Basics: Part D – Drug Benefits
2025 brings some changes to Part D – Drug Coverage. Please call me to learn about these changes and benefits.
Medicare Basics: Enrollment Period
Many of the limitations for enrollment have changed. The chart below summarizes options, but please contact me to learn more about the new opportunities.
Hawaiʻi: 808-479-6350
California: 831-889-9699
Beyond the Basics…
I hope these Medicare Basics have been helpful to you.
To learn about supplemental plans and if they’re right for you, I’d love to help you understand your options.
Please call me at 808-479-6350 from Hawaiʻi, or 831-889-9699 from California. You can also fill out our short contact form.
Together we can find the right solution for you!
