AHIP EXAM RECENT UPDATE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+

Mr. Davis is 52 years old and has recently been diagnosed with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and will soon begin dialysis. He is wondering if he can obtain coverage under Medicare. What should you tell him? a. He may sign-up for Medicare at any time however coverage usuallybegins on the sixth month after dialysis treatments start. b. He may not sign-up for Medicare until he reaches age 62, the date he first becomes eligiblefor Social Security benefits. c.He may sign-up for Medicare at any time and coverage usually begins immediately. d. He may sign-up for Medicare at any time however coverage usually begins on the fourth month after dialysis treatments start. Correct: Individuals with ESRD may sign up for Medicare at any time. Coverage typically begins on the fourth month after dialysis treatments start, but it could be earlier if certain conditions are met. Feedback Source: Module 1, Slide - Medicare Enrollment Part A & B