Applying for Medicare in 2026 can be confusing, but knowing how and when to enroll ensures your benefits start on time.

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Starting the journey with Medicare is a critical moment for your financial and health future. While many Americans associate Medicare enrollment with the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) that runs from ...

I had no problem opening the "My Social Security" account to enroll in Medicare because I knew those answers. When it came to filling out the application for Medicare that was another story. I had a ...