How To Buy Medicare Part A -

Buying Medicare Part A involves determining if you qualify for premium-free coverage or if you must purchase it by paying a monthly premium. Most people receive Part A automatically at age 65 without a premium because they or their spouse paid Medicare taxes while working. 1. Determine Your Eligibility and Cost

If you buy Part A, you must also enroll in and pay for Medicare Part B . 2. When to Enroll

If you are still working and covered by an employer's group health plan, you can wait to sign up without penalty until 8 months after the employment or coverage ends. 3. How to Apply