Part A
Hospital insurance covering inpatient care, skilled nursing, and some home health services.
Part B
Medical insurance for outpatient care, preventive services, and medical supplies.
Part C
Medicare Advantage plans offering all-in-one coverage through private insurance companies.
Part D
Prescription drug coverage to help lower your medication costs.
Eligibility & Enrollment
Check Eligibility
Ensure you're 65 or older, or qualify due to disability or specific conditions.
Initial Enrollment Period
Enroll 3 months before your 65th birthday, during your birthday month, or 3 months after.
Choose Your Plan
Decide between Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage, and consider supplemental coverage.
Complete Enrollment
Sign up online at Social Security, by phone, or in person at a local office.
Financial Assistance Programs
Help paying for premiums, deductibles, and copayments for eligible low-income beneficiaries.
Medicare Savings Programs
Assistance with prescription drug costs for those with limited income and resources.
Extra Help
Joint federal and state program providing health coverage to eligible low-income individuals.
Medicaid
Part Name | Cost | Insurance Type | Content | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Original Medicare | Standarized | Government | Parts A & B | Nationwide |
Medicare Advantage | Varies | Government | Parts A, B & often D | Local |
Medicare Supplement | Standarized | Private | Fills Original Medicare gaps | Nationwide |
Part D | Varies | Private | Prescription Drugs | Pharmacy specific |
Medigap | Standarized | Private | Supplemental Insurance | Local |