Sign up for Medicare by county in Illinois

No. This site provides educational Medicare information and points you to official resources. We don’t offer plan recommendations.

In most cases, you enroll in Part A and Part B through Social Security. If you’re still working or have employer coverage, the timing can be different.

Timing depends on your situation (turning 65, disability, employer coverage, and more). When in doubt, start planning a few months before you want coverage to begin.

Common items include your Social Security number and details about current coverage if you’re enrolling due to a special situation. Save any confirmation numbers or letters after you submit.