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Oct 22, 2025

2 min

Does everyone get Medicare at 62? The definitive guide to eligibility

While many Americans are eligible to begin receiving Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62, Medicare eligibility follows different rules. The standard qualifying age for Medicare is 65, but there are critical exceptions and details to understand, particularly regarding the question, does everyone get Medicare at 62?.

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Oct 18, 2025

4 min

Can you get Medicare at age 62?

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the standard age for Medicare eligibility is 65. This means you typically cannot get Medicare at age 62, but there are important exceptions for individuals with qualifying disabilities or specific medical conditions.

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