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If you’re enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid, you may be eligible for different types of healthcare plans that may have additional benefits or savings to your current coverage. We know it can be hard to keep track of different programs though! Here’s how to check your status in Medicare or Medicaid.
Check Medicare Status – Enrollment Verification
Not sure you’re enrolled in Medicare? There are a few ways to find out.
If you have a red, white, and blue card like this:
You’re enrolled in Medicare!
Can’t find the card?
You can check your Social Security account for Medicare information.
Visit the Social Security website to check.
You can also contact a person at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through live online chat or over the phone.
Visit the Medicare website for contact information.
Check Medicaid Status – Enrollment Verification
Use the State Medicaid Program information provided by Medicaid.gov to contact the Medicaid office in your state and confirm your status. Visit Medicaid.gov to find your state.
What Does My Enrollment Status Mean?
If you checked your Medicare and Medicaid enrollment status using the tools above, this information will help you understand which health insurance plans and benefits you may be eligible for.
When Can I Enroll in a Medicare or Dual Plan?
Enrollment Options with Medicare & Medicaid
If you have both Medicare and Medicaid, you will be eligible to enroll in Medicare Plans four times throughout the year. You can enroll in plans once during each of the first three quarters of the year (Jan-Mar, Apr-Jun, July-Sep) and during the Annual Election Period (Oct 15-Dec 7).
During these times, you can compare your Medicare options and enroll in the plan that best fits you. Remember, as someone with both Medicare and Medicaid, you’re eligible for Dual Special Needs Plans. These Plans bundle your coverage and may offer additional benefits like prescription coverage , transportation , a budget for over-the -counter purchases and more!
Suggested Action: Call to speak with a licensed insurance agent from easyMed and receive a free consultation on Dual Special Needs plans in your area. 1-800-991-4407
Enrollment with Medicare (no Medicaid)
If you have Medicare coverage only, you have a few enrollment opportunities throughout the year.
Initial Enrollment
If you recently enrolled in Medicare Parts A or B for the first time, you are likely to be in your Initial Enrollment Period. This is a 7-month window for you to find and enroll in additional Medicare coverage, such as a prescription drug plan, Medicare Supplement, or Medicare Advantage Plan.
Annual Election Period
From October 15 through December 7 each year, Medicare beneficiaries have a chance to change their coverage for the following year.
Special Enrollment
If your coverage options have changed because of moving, losing Medicaid coverage, leaving an employer plan, or other reasons, you may be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period.
Suggested Action: Call to speak with a licensed insurance agent from easyMed and receive a free consultation on Medicare plans in your area. 1-800-991-4407