People aged 65 and above are the most common group who qualify for Medicare. You may be able to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease).
Medicare has four different parts:
- Part A (Hospital Insurance). This covers things like hospital visits, nursing facilities, home health care, and hospice care.
- Part B (Medicare Insurance). Part B is optional and covers things like doctor visits, outpatient care, and other medical services that Part A doesn't cover.
- Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans). If you choose a Medicare Advantage Plan, a private health insurance company will manage your Medicare benefits.
- Part D (Drug Coverage)
For more information on Medicare, check out the resources linked below from our partners at Michigan Legal Help.
Learn about Medicare basics, choosing plans, and how to apply
The Different Parts of Medicare
Learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D
For those who qualify, Medicare Savings Programs can help provide assistance to pay for Medicare premiums.