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  If I retire at age 62 will I be eligible for Medicare at that time?
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  If I retire at age 62 will I be eligible for Medicare at that time?
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No. Medicare benefits based on retirement do not begin until a person is age 65. If you retire at age 62, you may be able to continue to have medical insurance coverage through your employer or purchase it from a private insurance company until you turn age 65 and become eligible for Medicare.

For more information about who can get Medicare see "Medicare." Many of our other publications are available on the Internet.


 
 
 
  
 
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