What is a Special Enrollment Period (SEP)?
A Special Enrollment Period (SEP) allows you to enroll in Medicare plans outside of your Initial Enrollment Period (IEP) and the General Enrollment Period (GEP).
When can I add Part B to my Part A Medicare?
IEP: If you apply for Part B during “Initial Enrollment Period or Open Enrollment Period”, you won’t have to pay a late enrollment penalty. GEP: If you apply for Part B during the “General Enrollment Period”, the coverage will be effective July 1st. If you delay your Part B and do not have creditable health…
When do my Medicare benefits start?
IEP: If you sign up for Part A and/or Part B, your coverage starts as noted below: If you sign up for Part A and/or Part B this month: Your coverage starts: The first 3 months prior to turning 65 The month you turned 65* The month you turn 65 1 month after you sign…