Questions:

• What is Medicare?
• Who is eligible for Medicare Part A coverage?
• How much of my bill will Medicare Part A pay?
• Who is eligible for Medicare Part B coverage?
• What kinds of costs does Medicare Part B cover?
• How much of my bill will Medicare Part B pay?
• Who is eligible for Medicare Part D coverage?
• How much does Medicare Part D cost?
• Can I get any of Medicare Part D's costs waived?

Answer:

Who is eligible for Medicare Part B coverage?

The rules of eligibility for Part B medical insurance are simpler than for Part A: If you are age 65 or over and are either a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident who has been here lawfully for five consecutive years, you are eligible to enroll in Medicare Part B medical insurance. This is true whether or not you are eligible for Part A hospital insurance.