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Who Qualifies for Medicare Coverage?
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In order to qualify for Medicare you must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident and meet at least one of the following requirements:
- 65 years of age or older and eligible for benefits under Social Security or the Railroad Retirement System
- Receiving Social Security Disability benefits for at least 24 months
- Receiving regular dialysis or have received a kidney transplant due to end-stage renal disease (ESRD)
- Diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease
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