If you are turning 65 in 2026, you have a critical seven-month window to sign up for Medicare — and missing it can be an expensive mistake. While some people are enrolled automatically, millions of ...

Older workers changing jobs after 65 face Medicare enrollment pitfalls. Learn about Special Enrollment Periods, avoiding gaps ...

Medicare eligibility generally begins at 65. You may want to delay your enrollment if you have great health insurance through a job. Even though Part A is usually free, you may want to wait if it bars ...

A 100% service-connected disabled veteran receiving benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs said he pays nothing for his medical care, dental, vision or prescriptions. So when he got his ...

Most U.S. citizens age 65 or older qualify for free Medicare Part A (hospital insurance), but you will be responsible for ...

Toni King has authored several books on the subject of Medicare and has appeared regularly as a guest on the American Family Radio Network. I am self-employed with an individual health plan and ...

Don't assume that it pays to enroll right away. There's a reason many older Americans wait until age 65 to retire: It's when Medicare eligibility typically begins. By contrast, seniors are allowed to ...