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Category: Medicare Eligibility

Qualifying for Medicare Benefits When Divorced or Widowed

Learn how a previous or deceased spouse can affect your Medicare eligibility.

How Can a Non-Citizen Qualify for Medicare

As a non-citizen living in the U.S., you may still qualify for Medicare if you meet certain requirements including the residency rule. Find out how below.

4 things you need to know before you sign up for Medicare

Medicare is complicated and different scenarios can affect how and when you should or shouldn’t sign up. 1. People are eligible for Medicare for different reasons It’s important to know the different ways people qualify for Medicare. Most know that you are eligible for Medicare when you turn 65. But people under 65 are also […]

Understanding the Medicare Rule on 40 Work Credits: What You Need to Know

When you are getting close to retirement age, you might start hearing about work credits. Keep reading to learn what work credits are, how many are required to be eligible for Medicare, and how you may still qualify for Medicare based on your spouse’s work history.