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The official U.S. government website for Medicare, a health insurance program for people age 65 or older and younger people with disabilities.
Most people get Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) when first eligible (usually when turning 65). Answer a few questions to check when and how to sign up based on your personal situation. Learn about Part A and Part B sign up periods and when coverage starts.
Medicare offers different options for you to get health care coverage. Start here to get the basics and find out how Medicare works before you look at your coverage options.
Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease).
A federal government website managed and paid for by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Explore covered items and services and learn what Original Medicare doesn’t cover (like long-term care, dentures, and routine physical exams). Is my test, item, or service covered? Find out if Original Medicare covers what you need.
Understand the parts of Medicare: Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D and Medigap, and how they relate to Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
Medicare coverage starts based on when you sign up and which sign-up period you’re in. Your first chance to sign up (Initial Enrollment Period) Generally, when you turn 65.
Find Medicare health and drug plans in your area and compare costs. To get started enter a ZIP code or log in.
1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) For specific billing questions and questions about your claims, medical records, or expenses, log into your secure Medicare account, or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE.