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Search this site:. Font Size: A A A. Home Site Index Accessibility. You apply for Medicare in California the same as any state: through the Social Security Administration in person, on the phone, or online. You may be enrolled in the program automatically, either once you reach age 65 and are already receiving benefits through the Social Security Administration SSA or the Railroad Retirement Board RRB , or before age 65 if you are disabled and have received SSA disability benefits or certain disability benefits from the RRB for more than 24 months straight.
If you have End-Stage Renal Disease, you might be eligible for Medicare, but you need to apply manually, using the contact information above. Because you pay a monthly premium for Medicare Part B, you have the option of declining this coverage during your enrollment process. Please note that if you do refuse Part B coverage when you are first eligible, you may have to pay a late-enrollment penalty for as long as you have Medicare. Would you like more information on Medicare plan options in California?
Learn more about me by clicking the View profile link below. Want to compare plans on your own? Use the Compare Plans button on this page. Becoming eligible for Medicare can be daunting. But don't worry, we're here to help you understand Medicare in 15 minutes or less.
Compare Plans Now. Anyone who has a Medicare card is eligible. That includes seniors over age 65 and those under age 65 who are disabled and have a Medicare card. You do not have to be on Medi-Cal. No, Medi-Cal is not paying for the prescription. You, the Medicare recipient, are still responsible for paying for the prescription medication and the processing fee.
Do I have to fill out any forms to take advantage of the program? All you need is your Medicare card. How exactly does the program work? When you give your prescription to the pharmacist, show the pharmacy staff your Medicare card, and request the Medi-Cal price rate.
How does the discount program work with telephoned prescriptions? Then show your card when you pick up your prescription. For future prescriptions, it is also a good idea to ask your regular pharmacy to note on your record that you are a Medicare recipient. Virtually every prescription medication is covered including both generic and brand name drugs; however, over-the-counter drugs and drugs that the pharmacist has to compound are not covered under this program.
Can I go to any pharmacy I want to get the Medi-Cal price? Only Medi-Cal pharmacy providers are required to charge a Medicare recipient no more than the Medi-Cal prescription price; however, most pharmacies in California do participate in the Medi-Cal program. Ask your pharmacy if it is a Medi-Cal provider. Some non-Medi-Cal pharmacies may be willing to charge a similar prescription price.
Again, that will depend on the medication, as well as the quantity ordered and the drug manufacturer.
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