Prepare to sign up

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. 

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Check when to sign up

Answer a few questions to find out when you can sign up for Part A and Part B based on your situation.

Check how to sign up

Answer a few questions to find out if you need to sign up or if you’ll automatically get Part A and Part B.

When coverage starts

The date your Part A and Part B coverage will start depends on when you sign up.