Much of this I have already posted on other threads, but I decided to consolidate the information to this one. On January 9th, I submitted a SS application to start my SS benefit this month to receive my first SS payment next month (April 2024). On the SS application was a checkbox to also start Medicare Part B, since I turn 65 next month. The printout of this application indicates I have stated "Yes" to that question.
I have received several comments from members here that the SS payment can just show up without any type of communication (online status change, phone call, snail mail). I wouldn't be as concerned about the start of my SS benefit if it weren't for the fact that I applied for and need to have Medicare start next month. My retiree Under-65 medical insurance will end on March 31, 2024, and I cannot extend it (hence the "under-65" part).
Has anyone else applied for both SS and Medicare at the same time to have them start in the month you turned 65? I'm wondering what the process is to be notified that I am signed up for Medicare and Medicare Part B. My prior company is nagging me about this because as a retiree I receive a small monthly subsidy for my Medicare premiums and expenses. But I can't sign up for a Medicare Supplement plan and drug plan through them until I have been approved for Medicare. This all seems like a nasty death spiral.
I have received several comments from members here that the SS payment can just show up without any type of communication (online status change, phone call, snail mail). I wouldn't be as concerned about the start of my SS benefit if it weren't for the fact that I applied for and need to have Medicare start next month. My retiree Under-65 medical insurance will end on March 31, 2024, and I cannot extend it (hence the "under-65" part).
Has anyone else applied for both SS and Medicare at the same time to have them start in the month you turned 65? I'm wondering what the process is to be notified that I am signed up for Medicare and Medicare Part B. My prior company is nagging me about this because as a retiree I receive a small monthly subsidy for my Medicare premiums and expenses. But I can't sign up for a Medicare Supplement plan and drug plan through them until I have been approved for Medicare. This all seems like a nasty death spiral.