How do I know if I have Medicare Part A coverage?
Sarah Duran
Published Apr 11, 2026
If you’re not sure if you have Part A or Part B, look on your red, white, and blue Medicare card. If you have Part A, “Hospital (Part A)” is printed on the lower left corner of your card. If you have Part B, “Medical (Part B)” is printed on the lower left corner of your card.
How do I check my Medicare Part B claims?
Use Medicare’s Blue Button by logging into your Medicare account to download and save your Part A and Part B claims information….It shows:
- All your Part A and Part B-covered services or supplies billed to Medicare during a 3-month period.
- What Medicare paid.
- The maximum amount you may owe the provider.
Can you be denied Medicare Part A?
Generally, if you’re eligible for Original Medicare (Part A and Part B), you can’t be denied enrollment into a Medicare Advantage plan. Your Medicare Advantage plan isn’t allowed to make statements such as “It is our policy to deny coverage for this service” without providing justification.
At what age am I eligible for Medicare?
age 65 or older
Generally, Medicare is available for people age 65 or older, younger people with disabilities and people with End Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or transplant). Medicare has two parts, Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medicare Insurance).
How do I find out if I have Medicare Part A?
Fill out the requested information, including your zip code, Medicare number, name, date of birth and your effective date for Medicare Part A coverage or Part B coverage. Click “Continue,” and you should be taken to a page that shows the the coverage that you have.
How can I check the status of my Medicare Part D plan?
You can check the status of a Medicare Advantage plan application by contacting the private insurer who administers your plan. A Medicare Part D plan provides prescription drug coverage. Like Medicare Advantage, Part D plans are administered by private insurance companies.
What should I look for in a Medicare plan?
An annual review of your Medicare coverage can help you determine if your plan combination is right for your needs. For example, if you’re spending a considerable amount of money on prescription drugs, a Medicare Part D plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with prescription drug coverage may be something to consider.
Do you have to pay a premium for Medicare Part A?
Most people get Part A for free, but some have to pay a premium for this coverage. To be eligible for premium-free Part A, an individual must be entitled to receive Medicare based on their own earnings or those of a spouse, parent, or child.
