Understand how Medicare works for you
The first step on your journey to Medicare is learn. This step begins around 10-12 months before you turn 65. You can learn how Medicare works and what it covers, as well as eligibility requirements.
Medicare is a federal health insurance program available to:
- Adults age 65 and over
- People under age 65 with certain disabilities
- People of all ages with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)