Question

Ms. Moore plans to retire when she turns 65 in a few months. She is in excellent health and will have considerable income when she retires. She is concerned that her income will make it impossible for her to qualify for Medicare. What could you tell her to address her concern?

Answer 1

Answer: She is entitled to Medicare when she turns 65 years in a few months.

Explanation:

Medicare is known to be a federal government program designed or set up with the benefit of health care insurance for aged people who are within the age range of 65 years and above. It is also meant for people who are under 65 years with disabilities and as a result she is entitled to benefit from Medicare when she retires because she will be 65 years old then.

Answer 2

Answer:

b. Medicare is a program for people age 65 or older and those under age 65 with certain disabilities, end-stage renal disease, and Lou Gehrig’s disease so she will be eligible for Medicare.

Explanation:

Medicare is not income based.  It is based on your paying into Medicare through-out your work career.