Benefits & programs · Federal health & long-term care
Medicare
Run by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesWhat it is
Medicare is the federal health insurance program mainly for people age 65 and older, and for some younger people with certain disabilities. It has parts that cover hospital care, doctor visits, and prescription drugs.
What it may help with
may help with hospital stays, doctor visits, and prescription drug costs.
The official page
Only the program itself can tell you if your family qualifies — eligibility often depends on income, care needs, and your state.
Go to the official page ↗This is a plain-language summary of a public program, not advice and not a promise that you qualify. Programs change; confirm current details and eligibility on the official page above or with a benefits counselor.