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Sign up for Medicare. If you're 65 or older, you can enroll online for Parts A and B, or Part A only. You can delay Part B if you're already covered through an employer group health plan. The application is for retirement benefits and Medicare, or Medicare only. Apply online.
You can apply for Medicare online even if you are not ready to start your retirement benefits. Applying online can take less than 10 minutes. There are no forms to sign and we usually require no documentation.
Sign up for Part B only. Part B helps pay for your basic healthcare services. If you already have Part A, you can add Part B during specific enrollment periods. It's important to sign up promptly to avoid gaps in coverage or late enrollment penalties.
Sign up for Medicare. You'll sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B through Social Security. You can learn more and sign up for other parts at Medicare.gov. Medicare is our country's health insurance program for people age 65 or older.
How to Apply Online for Just Medicare. Are you within 3 months of turning age 65 or older and not ready to start your monthly Social Security benefits yet? You can use our online application to sign up just for Medicare and wait to apply for your retirement or spouses benefits later.
The easiest way to apply for Medicare is by using our online application or you can make an appointment by calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information read our Medicare publication.
Medicare application? You should apply online for Medicare, if you: • Are within three months of turning age 65 or older. • Want Medicare benefits and have not previously applied for Medicare. • Reside in the United States or one of its territories or commonwealths. You can still apply for Medicare online even if you are not ready to ...
Choose to sign up for Medicare only and delay filing for retirement benefits. Because of your age, you can use the application to sign up for Medicare only (no monthly retirement benefits) or Medicare and monthly retirement benefits.
When to sign up for Medicare. Most people sign up for Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (medical insurance) when they're first eligible, typically at age 65. It's important to sign up promptly to avoid gaps in coverage or late enrollment penalties.
Supplemental Security Income for Age 65+ You’re 65 or older. And it's hard to pay for essentials like food, clothing, and a home. Learn how to apply. Check eligibility if you're not sure what to apply for. Apply for Medicare if you only need health insurance right now.