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When Is Medicare Enrollment Automatic

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    When Is Medicare Enrollment Automatic

    By Ed Crowe | General Articles | 0 comment | 2 June, 2025 | 0

    Medicare Enrollment: When It’s Automatic and When You Need to Sign Up

    Medicare enrollment can be confusing, especially when it’s not clear whether you’ll be enrolled automatically or if you need to take the first step yourself. As either a Medicare agent or beneficiary, knowing when is Medicare enrollment automatic is critical to avoid late enrollment penalties and coverage gaps.

    Here’s a breakdown of when Medicare enrollment happens automatically and when beneficiaries need to sign up on their own.

    When Medicare Enrollment Is Automatic

    Individuals are automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B at age 65 if:

    They already receive Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits

    Individuals who collect either Social Security or Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) benefits for at least four months before their 65th birthday are automatically enrolled in:

    • Medicare Part A (hospital insurance)
    • Medicare Part B (medical insurance)

    In most cases, These individuals receive their Medicare card about three months before their 65th birthday.

    Those under 65 and have a qualifying disability

    Individuals who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for 24 consecutive months, are automatically enrolled in Medicare once they reach the 25th month of disability benefits.

    Please Note: Individuals with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) receive Medicare automatically the month their disability benefits begin.

    When You Need to Sign Yourself Up

    Individuals must enroll themselves in Medicare if:

    They’re not receiving either Social Security or RRB benefits

    In many cases, people decide to delay the receipt of Social Security until after age 65 to maximize their benefit amount. Those individuals are not automatically enrolled in Medicare; they must sign themselves up during their IEP (Initial Enrollment Period).

    The IEP is a 7-month window that starts 3 months before, includes the month of, and ends 3 months after the beneficiary’s 65th birthday.

    Individuals who have employer coverage and delay Part B enrollment

    Those still working and receive health coverage from a large employer (20+ employees) group health plan may choose to delay Part B and avoid paying the monthly premium. In that case, they must sign up later during a SEP (Special Enrollment Period). This is an 8 month window when individuals can sign up for Part B once their employer coverage ends or they stop working (whichever comes first).

    Watch a YouTube video on OEP, SEPs and Late Part B enrollment

    Important: COBRA and retiree coverage do not count as active employer coverage. Individuals may face penalties if they delay Medicare enrollment and rely on these plans.

    What If You Miss Enrollment

    If you miss your IEP and don’t qualify for an SEP, you’ll have to wait for the General Enrollment Period (GEP):

    • January 1 – March 31 each year
    • Coverage begins the month after you enroll
    • You may owe a late enrollment penalty for Part B (and Part D if applicable)

    Tips for Clients & Agents

    • Mark your calendar: Your IEP starts 3 months before your 65th birthday.
    • Enroll on time: Even if you’re healthy, missing the window can cost more later.
    • Coordinate carefully: If still working, check with HR or your agent before delaying Medicare enrollment.
    • Check coverage: Compare Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage (Part C) and add Part D or Medigap as needed.

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    Need Help Enrolling

    Whether you’re approaching 65 or advising clients, navigating enrollment can be tricky. Medicare.gov provides tools to check eligibility and apply online; agents can help guide clients through the process to avoid delays and penalties.

    Knowing when Medicare enrollment is automatic and when you need to enroll yourself helps avoid costly mistakes. As an agent, walking clients through this process adds tremendous value. If you’re a beneficiary, planning ahead ensures a smooth transition into Medicare with the coverage you need.

    Have questions about a specific situation? Reach out to a licensed Medicare agent who can provide personalized guidance based on your health needs and budget.

    If you are an agent who wants to keep up with the latest news and events; click here

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