The process of applying for Medicare benefits is more complicated than it may initially seem. If you want to apply for a portion of Medicare insurance called Medicare Part B, you can only do so during ...

From there, you can enroll in Part B by completing these forms: CMS-40B (Application for Enrollment in Medicare – Part B [Medical Insurance]) and CMS-L564 (Request for Employment Information). You can ...

Most Americans enroll in Medicare part A when they turn 65. Since it comes at no cost to you (provided you’ve paid Medicare taxes), there’s little reason not to. However, not everyone chooses to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Diane Omdahl is a Medicare expert who keeps her readers in the know. We’ve all been reading about the problems with Social ...

Enrolling in Medicare Part B is a vital step for individuals seeking access to essential medical services, including specialist consultations, outpatient care, and preventive treatments. If you ...

Question: I am preparing to retire the end of the school year. My insurance covers both myself and my spouse. My spouse has Medicare Part A and will have the retiree health coverage still, does he ...

While the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) can send several notices regarding Medicare, it does not send a benefits verification letter. That said, the Social Security Administration ...

For many people, signing up for Medicare Part B doesn’t require you to leave the comfort of home. Please visit our Medicare Part B webpage at secure.ssa.gov/acu ...