Note: Medicare has finished mailing new Medicare cards to all beneficiaries. You can still use your old card to get your care covered until January 1, 2020. However, if you have not received your new card, you should call 1-800-MEDICARE (633-4227) and speak to a representative.

Are new Medicare cards being issued?

Cards will be mailed between April 2018 – April 2019 You’re getting a new Medicare card! Between April 2018 and April 2019, we’ll be removing Social Security numbers from Medicare cards and mailing each person a new card. This will help keep your information more secure and help protect your identity.

Why am I getting Medicare junk mail?

If you get this yellow notice, it means you automatically qualify for Extra Help because you qualify for Medicare and Medicaid and currently get benefits through Original Medicare. You’ll be automatically enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan unless you decline coverage or join a plan yourself.

Are Medicare cards Paper or plastic?

Like your Social Security card, your Original Medicare card is made of paper, not plastic. While you may have concerns about your card’s durability, laminating it may make it harder for providers to use it to ensure you receive your benefits.

Does Medicare call to update information?

Remember, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Social Security Administration will not call you to update your information or give you a new card. If someone who calls you asks for your personal information, do not provide it.

Should I carry my Medicare card in my wallet?

Regardless of your situation, you should have a Medicare Card, you should be able to put your hands on it quickly. For many of you, it should be in your wallet. If your insurance is Original Medicare + Medicare Supplement or some sort of Retiree Coverage, your Medicare needs to be billed for the services you receive.

How often are Medicare cards updated?

Replacing your Medicare card Medicare cards are valid for 5 years. We’ll send you a new card before your old one expires. You don’t have to do anything unless your address has changed.

How do I stop my Medicare mailings?

Call us at 1-800 MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY: 1-877-486-2048. Mail or fax a signed written notice to the plan telling them you want to disenroll.

How do I Pay my Medicare premiums by credit card?

We’ll deduct your premium from your bank account, usually on the 20th of the month. 4. Mail your payment to Medicare — You can pay by check, money order, credit card or debit card. Fill out the payment coupon that comes with your bill. Payments sent without the coupon may not be processed.

What to do if you get a Medicare bill without a coupon?

Fill out the payment coupon that comes with your bill. Payments sent without the coupon may not be processed. If you pay by credit/debit card, enter the account information and expiration date as it appears on your card. Be sure to sign the coupon. The type of bill you get shows if you’re at risk of losing your Medicare coverage for late payments:

When do I have to pay my first Medicare bill?

You don’t need to do anything. This is your very first bill, or you’ve paid your last bill in full. Send in payment for the total amount due by the 25th of the month. Medicare must get your payment by the 25th of the month or it’s considered late. For example, if the billing date on the First Bill is January 27th, send in payment by February 25th.

Where do I Pay my Medicare Part B premiums?

You can request to have your Part B premiums deducted from your Office of Personnel Management (OPM) annuity as long as you’re NOT entitled to Social Security or RRB benefits. Call us at 1-800-MEDICARE to make your request. You can’t pay using the options on this page. Mail your premium payments to: