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What are Medicare late enrollment penalties?

October 7, 2022 · En español

In most cases, if you don't sign up for Medicare when you're first eligible, you may have to pay a higher monthly premium.

More information on Medicare late enrollment penalties:

  • Part A Late Enrollment Penalty (Medicare.gov)
  • Part B Late Enrollment Penalty (Medicare.gov)
  • Part D Late Enrollment Penalty (Medicare.gov)

More information on the Medicare program

  • Medicare.gov
  • Handbook - Medicare & You