Mrs$.$ Chen will be $65$ soon, has been a citizen for twelve years, has been employed full time, and paid taxes during that entire period. She is concerned that she will not qualify for coverage under part A because she was not born in the United States. What should you tell her?

Question $2$Answer

a$.$

All individuals who are citizens and age $65$ or over will be covered under Part A$.$

b$.$

Most individuals who are citizens and age $65$ or over and wish to be covered under Part A must enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan.

c$.$

Most individuals who are citizens and age $65$ or over are covered under Part A by virtue of having paid Medicare taxes while working, though some may be covered as a result of paying monthly premiums.

d$.$

Most individuals who are citizens and age $65$ or over and are covered under Part A must pay a monthly premium for that coverage.