If you are Turning 65

You are collecting Social Security Benefits then you will be automatically enroll in Parts A (Hospital) and B (Doctor).

You are not collecting Social Security Benefits you will have to apply for Medicare Part B (Doctor) online at https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare/

If you are 65+ and enrolled in Medicare Part A ONLY

If you delayed Medicare because of employer coverage you have to apply for Medicare Part B (Doctor) within 8 months after coming off of employer coverage.  You can do this through your local Social Security office, a list of NJ offices are below.  The office will need two forms filled out, one filled out by your employer and the other by you.  If you had credible insurance since turning 65, you will not owe a late enrollment penalty.

For those that missed their Original Medicare B Enrollment window you can only apply for Medicare Part B between January 1st and March 31st with a July 1st effective date.  You will also be charged a Part B Late Enrollment penalty. 

The phone number for Social Security is 1-800-772-1213 and the website to look up your closest location is Social Security Office Finder.

Below is a list of New Jersey Social Security offices.