How to Sign Up for Medicare in Dallas

Medicare is a federally funded health insurance program that is run by the Social Security Administration. Medicare consists of several health insurance programs. Most individuals who have reached the age of 65 are automatically eligible for Part A benefits at no cost. Additional benefits are available under Parts B, C, and D to supplement basic entitlement benefits; however, participants will be charged a premium for these additional benefits and services. Applicants in Dallas can obtain additional information about their Medicare program options by calling the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213 or visiting the local office.

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  Use the eligibility screening tool located on the Medicare website to immediately assess your eligibility to receive Medicare benefits. As a general rule, Medicare benefits are available to U.S. citizens who have reached the age of 65. However, other individuals who meet certain income or situational criteria may also qualify for benefits. A link to the online eligibility tool is located in the "Resources" section below. Applicants can also call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 or visit the local Social Security office in Dallas for more information on the eligibility criteria for Medicare benefits.

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  Obtain an application for Medicare benefits. Applicants can access the Medicare benefit application on the Social Security Administration's website or visit the local Social Security office in Dallas at the following address:

  3231 M.L. King Jr. Blvd.

  Dallas, Texas 75210

  Applicants can view the online application by clicking on the link located in the "Resources" section below.

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  Complete and submit the application for Medicare benefits. In order to complete the application, applicants will be required to provide information about their age, the plan or plans that they wish to enroll in and other situational information such as income and disability that may be required if the applicant has not yet reached the age of 65. Applicants who choose to complete the application online can submit it directly to the Social Security Administration by choosing the "submit" option at the end of the application. Applicants who choose to complete a paper application should submit it to the local Social Security office located in Dallas at the address listed above.