Key Takeaways

  • Medicare buy-in programs allow people who delayed Parts A or B to enroll outside of regular enrollment periods.

  • Get answers to how buy-ins work in this FAQ and slide deck developed for us by the Medicare Rights Center.

The Medicare buy-in programs are processes that allow qualifying individuals who delayed enrollment into either Medicare Part A or Part B to enroll outside regular enrollment periods. Beneficiaries enroll via the Part A Buy-in or Part B buy-in by applying for the Medicare Savings Program (MSP) in their state. There are separate eligibility requirements for the Part A and Part B buy-in programs. Every state has a Part B buy-in program, but the Part A buy-in is only available in certain states.

This frequently asked questions document, developed for us by the Medicare Rights Center, explains the buy-in programs and process. Learn about:

  • Traditional enrollment windows for people to get Medicare
  • Eligibility requirements to receive premium-free Part A
  • The Medicare Savings Programs and their eligibility criteria
  • How to help beneficiaries apply for the Part A and/or Part B buy-in program
PDF File: https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com/ffacfe7d-10b6-0083-2632-604077fd4eca/f9ced666-d7d2-409a-8c5b-ff4d007a6502/FAQ-Part-A-and-Part-B-Buy-In.pdf

This tip sheet offers suggestions for how to use the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program to buy into Part A.

PDF File: https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com/ffacfe7d-10b6-0083-2632-604077fd4eca/11d523b6-2481-41a4-84d2-c845af0186b8/Using-QMB-to-Enroll-in-Part-A.pdf

The accompanying slide deck can be used to train staff/volunteers about buy-in programs in your state.

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