• People 65 years of age and older
• Some people with disabilities under age 65
• People with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant)

Generally, you are eligible for Medicare if you, or your spouse, worked for at least 10 years in Medicare-covered employment and you are 65 years old and a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. You might also qualify for coverage if you are a younger person with a disability or with End-Stage Renal disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplant).

• Part A (Hospital Insurance)
  Most people do not have to pay for Part A.
• Part B (Medical Insurance)
  Most people pay monthly for Part B.
• Part C (Medical Advantage Plans)
  Medicare Advantage plans are offered by private insurance companies as an alternative to Original Medicare; plans are government subsidized and regulated.
• Part D (Medical Prescription Drug Coverage)
  Part D Plans are offered by private insurance companies to provide coverage for prescription drug costs; plans are government subsidized and regulated.