Other Humana Sites Help Español Shop for Plans Member Resources Sign in Home Medicare Enrollment and Eligibility 3 steps to register for Medicare How to register for Medicare coverage in 3 easy steps Confirm your eligibility, then choose a plan and apply You’ve worked hard for your Medicare benefits. It shouldn’t be difficult to claim them. It all breaks down into 3 simple steps. Step 1: Determine your eligibility to enroll Medicare eligibility is based in part on your age, your disability status and your retirement status. Generally, Medicare is available to people age 65 or older, younger people with disabilities and people with end-stage kidney disease. To confirm your eligibility, go to the Medicare.gov eligibility tool . Step 2: Choose your coverage You have 2 options: Register for Original Medicare (Part A and Part B), with the option to enroll in a stand-alone prescription drug plan and/or a Medicare Supplement insurance plan offered by private insurance companies, or Enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan, offered by private insurance companies contracted by the federal government Step 3: Complete the application Medicare is operated by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, but Social Security handles enrollment. You can submit an application to the Social Security Administration by mail, online at the Social Security Administration website or in person at your nearest Social Security office. Filling out the application online typically takes between 10 and 30 minutes and you can create a “My Social Security” account to track progress. It can take a few weeks for your application to be processed and your card to be mailed. If you sign up in the month you turn 65, coverage begins the next month, unless your birthday is the first day of the month. If you wait until the month after your 65th birthday to enroll, your coverage could be delayed. Keep the timing in mind to avoid any temporary gaps in your health coverage. Learn about Medicare Choose your Medicare plan with confidence Enrollment and eligibility Medicare coverage Medicare costs Medicare explained Wondering what’s covered? Find out which Humana plans include your doctors and cover the medications you take now to help you estimate your costs. Enter your ZIP code * See coverage and costs Medicare basics Learn the basics about Medicare costs, coverage, eligibility and enrollment Let’s get started Close Call a licensed Humana sales agent 1-866-964-0611 (TTY: 711) Humana answers your Medicare questions Medicare coverage How to choose the right Medicare coverage for you Medicare explained 4 surprising benefits to Medicare Advantage plans Medicare explained Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement plans How can we help? Call us Licensed Humana sales agents are available daily, 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., local time. 1 - 800 - 833 - 6578 (TTY: 711) See plans in your area Enter your ZIP code below to see plans with their premiums, copays, and participating doctors and pharmacies. ZIP code * Shop plans Request a call Our licensed Humana sales agents are available to help you select the coverage that best meets your needs. Request a call Back to top Medicare Dental Vision Medicaid Pharmacy Member Resources Find a Doctor Sign in to MyHumana Sign in to Go365.com Employers Agents & Brokers Providers Caregivers About Humana Contact Us Careers Investor Relations Corporate Responsibility © Humana 2021 Legal Privacy Policies Internet Privacy Statement Site Map Disclaimers & Licensure Fraud, Waste & Abuse Accessibility System Requirements This material is provided for informational use only and should not be construed as medical advice or used in place of consulting a licensed medical professional. You should consult your doctor to determine what is right for you. Humana is a Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO and PFFS organization and a stand-alone prescription drug plan with a Medicare contract. Humana is also a Coordinated Care plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the state Medicaid program. Enrollment in any Humana plan depends on contract renewal. Some links on this page may take you to Humana non-Medicare product or service pages or to a different website. Y0040_GNHKHNSEN_2022 Last Updated: 07/30/2021