Immigrants and Medicare

 

The relationship between immigrants and Medicare can be complex, depending on their legal status and specific situation. Here's a breakdown:

Eligibility for Medicare:

• Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders):
• Age 65 or older: If they have at least 40 quarters (10 years) of work history where they paid Medicare payroll taxes, they qualify for premium-free Part A (hospital coverage).
• Under 65 with disabilities: They can qualify for Medicare Part A and B (medical insurance) if they meet the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) work history requirements.
• No work history: They can purchase Part A after living in the US legally for 5 years continuously.
• Undocumented Immigrants: They are not eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, or the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace.
• Other lawful statuses: Eligibility varies depending on the specific status. You can find a list of eligible statuses on the HealthCare.gov website: https://www.healthcare.gov/immigrants/lawfully-present-immigrants/
• To find out if you qualify and explore available plans in your state, visit medicare.gov or contact your local Medicaid office. You may also Click Here and a licensed skilled agent will be in contact to answer any questions you may have.