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  1. Am I eligible for Part C (Medicare Advantage)?

    To be eligible for a Medicare Advantage plan, you: Must have Medicare Parts A and B. Must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium, if not otherwise paid for under Medicare or by another third party. Must live in the plan's service area. ...
  2. What do I pay for Medicare Part A?

    You usually don't pay a monthly premium for Part A if you or your spouse paid Medicare taxes for at least 40 quarters while you were working. You can get Part A without a premium if: You already get a Social Security or Railroad check for retirem...
  3. What is Original Medicare?

    Medicare is the government-run insurance program for those 65 and older, or people with certain disabilities or end-stage renal disease (permanent kidney failure). What's covered on Medicare is based on federal and state laws, national decisions ma...
  4. Am I eligible for original Medicare?

    You're eligible for Original Medicare, or Part A and Part B, if you: Are 65 or older. Are disabled. Eligible after 24 months on disability. Have end-stage renal disease. Am I eligible for Medicare Advantage? What if I'm still covered at wo...
  5. What do I pay for Medicare?

    What is a monthly premium? What are out-of-pocket costs? What do I pay for Medicare Part A? What do I pay for Medicare Part B? What do I pay for Medicare Advantage? What do I pay for Medicare Part D? ...
  6. Extra Help Program - Low Income Subsidy (LIS)

    You might be able to get extra help paying for your prescription drug premiums and costs. Low Income Subsidy Rates For more info and to see if you qualify, contact: Medicare.gov at (800) MEDICARE or (800) 633-4227, TTY (877) 486-2048. 24 ...
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  8. How do I file a grievance or appeal a coverage decision?

  9. How do I find a pharmacy?

  10. How to enroll in a Medicare plan?