Is it mandatory to go on Medicare when you turn 65?

Maite Knorr-Evans | Originally posted on As

Medicare open enrollment for 2022 has begun, while Part A is mandatory, some seniors can opt-out of the other parts under certain conditions.

While most seniors are eager to enroll in Medicare at sixty-five, some wonder if it is the right choice for them. The question of whether or not Medicare enrollment at sixty-five is mandatory depends on various factors.

Who is required to enroll in Medicare at 65?

  • Are you eligible to receive Social Security benefits?

  • Are you currently working and receiving insurance through your employer?

  • How many employees does your employer provide health insurance for?

Regardless of the answer to the questions above, someone who is eligible to receive Social Security benefits will be automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A. To opt-out, one must contact with Social Security Administration. From the time a person turns sixty-five and becomes eligible for Medicare, a grace period of eleven months is allowed before the penalties are applied.

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