It is possible for someone who is under the age of 65 to qualify for Medicare. Medicare is sometimes available to those who are younger, depending on their circumstances. You may be eligible for Medicare coverage at any age if you have certain types of disabilities or have end stage renal disease, which is if you have permanent kidney failure or have had a kidney transplant. If you have been
. receiving social security disability insurance for more than 24 months, you are automatically eligible. You will also be eligible if you have certain medical conditions. These include terminal illnesses such as Lou Gehrig's Disease. If you think you might be eligible you will need to start the enrollment process. You will have to make a request for this. It will then be mailed to you. There are forms that will have to be filled out and then sent back in. If there is a premium for your package, you are responsible for paying it.
