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How long does it take to receive the call for Medicare?
Q) How long does it take to receive the call for Medicare? I applied maybe like 2 weeks ago and i haven’t received a call?
A) According to the Medicare Website – If you sign up for Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and/or Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) during the first 3 months of your Initial Enrollment Period, your coverage starts the first day of your birthday month, unless your birthday is on the first day of the month.
| If you sign up for Part A/ B in this month: | Your coverage starts: |
|---|---|
| The month you turn 65 | 1 month after you sign up |
| 1 month after you turn 65 | 2 months after you sign up |
| 2 months after you turn 65 | 3 months after you sign up |
| 3 months after you turn 65 | 3 months after you sign up |
| During the January 1–March 31 General Enrollment Period | July 1 |
