By: Bob Vineyard

Bob Vineyard — Tue, 27 May 2014 23:26:36 +0000

Medicare is not an entitlement. You, or your working spouse, paid into Medicare for most of your working lifetime. As long as you (or your spouse) had at least 40 quarters of Social Security creditable wages you are entitled to Medicare benefits. It is possible to qualify with fewer than 40 hours. You earned your right to Medicare. Don't let anyone diminish that.

New answer on: Why Is Medicare An Entitlement?

By: Bob Vineyard