Dear Toni: My Medicare starts Oct. 1 and I received my first bill, due on Sept. 25, about a week ago. This bill is for three months (Oct. 1-Dec. 31) and is over $525. I have more than $10,000 on my ...

Toni King has authored several books on the subject of Medicare and has appeared regularly as a guest on the American Family Radio Network. My Medicare starts Oct. 1 and received my first bill, due on ...

Your Medicare number, which is different from your Social Security number, is essential for your identification. You can find your Medicare number on your physical Medicare card, through your online ...

You’ll automatically receive your Medicare card in the mail with your welcome packet if you receive Social Security benefits before you turn 65 years old. If not, you will receive it after you have ...