by Chains » Thu May 05, 2011 10:56 pm
An eligible individual is entitled to Medicare Part A if they have attained age 65 and files the appropriate application, if necessary. Entitlement based on age begins on the 1st of the month in which the individual has met the requirement for medicare. If the individual applies for Social Security income benefits before their 65th birthday, the entitlement date is the 1st of the month that they turn 65.