Medicare
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Explore AARP’s curated Medicare guide, designed to simplify complex information and address your top questions, no matter where you are on your Medicare journey.
10 Things Medicare Doesn't Cover
You’ll need to plan to pay for some common medical expenses. Print the infographic:
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10 Things to Know About Medigap Plans
Your guide to buying Medicare supplemental health insurance. Print the infographic:
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Does Medicare Cover Dementia Care?
Yes. To continue Tricare benefits after you turn 65, you must enroll in Medicare Part A and Part B. Print the infographic:
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Do I Need to Enroll in Medicare at 65 if I’m a Military Retiree with Tricare?
Yes. To continue Tricare benefits after you turn 65, you must enroll in Medicare Part A and Part B. Print the infographic:
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Does Medicare Cover Preventive Services?
Yes. In fact, Medicare Part B covers many preventive services free of charge. Print the infographic:
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Can I Get Medicare if I Have Advanced Kidney Disease?
Find out who can receive kidney care and when you can receive it. Print the infographic:
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Get Help Paying for Medicare Premiums, Deductibles, Copays
Find out if you are eligible for a Medicare financial assistance program. Print the infographic:
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5 Things to Know About the New Medicare Prescription Payment Plan
Starting in 2025, Part D enrollees can spread their medication costs throughout the year. Print the infographic:
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Understanding Medicare’s Options: Parts A, B, C and D
Making sense of the alphabet soup of health care choices. Print the infographic:
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10 Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid
Errors can prove costly to new enrollees Print the infographic:
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12 Things That Are Free Under Medicare
While most services come with a cost, some preventative screenings, vaccines, and counseling are covered without charge Print the infographic:
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What to Know About Open Enrollment
Reviewing your plan every year can save you money and avoid headaches Print the infographic:
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7 Medicare Changes You’ll See in 2025
Expensive medications? You’ll save thousands. Dementia or mental health care? More options. Print the infographic:
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AARP Navigator: Medicare Initial Enrollment
Everyone can access clear, unbiased Medicare guidance – members can access this customizable program that provides Medicare information customized to your situation.
Medicare Q&A Tool
Practical and comprehensive information to help you navigate the program according to your own situation.
Webinars and Online Learning
Free webinars to help you explore how the program works, how and when to enroll, your menu of choices, how much it cost and where to get help.
YouTube Learning Series
Subscribe to AARP Answers YouTube channel to get the information you need to make the best decisions about your Medicare benefits.
Medicare Resource Center
Find all the resources you need in one convenient place.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
A resource for local Medicare help, providing you with trusted, unbiased, one-on-one counseling and assistance.