When Does Your Medicare Start?
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When does MY Medicare start?
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The ABCDs of Medicare
Medicare has four main parts. Here's what each one covers.
Part A
Hospital insurance — covers inpatient stays, skilled nursing, hospice, and some home health care.
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Part B
Medical insurance — covers doctor visits, outpatient care, preventive services, and durable medical equipment.
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Part C
Medicare Advantage — private plans that bundle Parts A & B, usually include drug coverage and extra benefits.
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Part D
Prescription drug coverage — added to Original Medicare or bundled with Medicare Advantage plans.
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Medicare Planning Tools
Interactive tools to help you understand your Medicare options and costs.
My Medicare Timeline
Enter your date of birth to get a personalized timeline of when your Medicare coverage starts and what enrollment windows apply to you.
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My Medicare Budget
Estimate your total monthly Medicare cost — Part B premium, plan premium, and any IRMAA income surcharges — in four quick steps.
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Local, Independent Medicare Help
We're an independent, Wisconsin-based Medicare resource. We're not tied to any single insurance company, so we can compare plans across carriers to find the best fit for you — at no cost.
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