Mr$.$ Davis is $52$ years old and has recently been diagnosed with end$-$stage renal disease $($ESRD$)$ and will soon begin dialysis. He is wondering if he can obtain coverage under Medicare. What should you tell him?

Question $2$Answer

a$.$

He may not sign$-$up for Medicare until he reaches age $62,$ the date he first becomes eligible for Social Security benefits.

b$.$

He may sign$-$up for Medicare at any time and coverage usually begins immediately.

c$.$

He may sign$-$up for Medicare at any time however coverage usually begins on the fourth month after dialysis treatments start.

d$.$

He may sign$-$up for Medicare at any time however coverage usually begins on the sixth month after dialysis treatments start.