The initial enrollment period begins 3 months before your birthday month, and extends for 3 months afterward. Most individuals are automatically enrolled in Part A (Hospital Coverage), however, Part B (Medical Insurance) requires a monthly premium and enrollment. If you are still actively employed at the time of your 65th birthday and enrolled in SVUSD's active group health plan, you may be eligible to defer enrollment in Part B without incurring a penalty. However, the District strongly encourages employees to meet with Medicare to confirm any required documentation and verify their ability to defer enrollment.
Once you retire and are 65+, you are no longer eligible to defer Medicare enrollment (even if covered under COBRA). The District strongly encourages employees who plan to retire to meet with Medicare prior to retirement to ensure they do not experience a gap in coverage or incur any penalties.