Medicare at 65: What You Need to Know | Odessa News

Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Turning 65? It’s a big deal—especially when it comes to Medicare. With 10,000 baby boomers hitting that age every day, confusion is common. If you’re not on Social Security or an employer plan, sign up for Parts A and B online at SSA.gov when you turn 65. Part A (hospitals) may be free if you’ve paid Medicare taxes for 10+ years, but Part B (doctors, labs) costs around $200/month in 2026—and rises with income. Both have deductibles. Original Medicare covers hospitals, doctors, labs, and preventive care—but skips vision, hearing, dental, and long-term care. You won’t face network limits, and…