Social Security Disability, Cobra, and Medicare Eligibility   The following question was submitted recently in a comment: "On Social Security Disability my cobra has been canceled and I am not Medicare age yet will I become eligible for Medicare?" If you are receiving Social Security Disability benefits, you will become eligible for Medicare insurance benefits two years after the month you became entitled to your monthly disability benefits. You will be eligible for Medicare part A and B, as well as, part C and D at that time. Medicare part A is free, while part B, C, and D are pay insurance coverage. Medicare coverage can be difficult to understand, if you do not understand your Medicare benefits call 1-800-Medicare. They can provide assistance or refer you to other agencies that can help you chose the right Medicare coverage for you. Related: 1. Social Security Disability Medicare Health Coverage, Medicare 2. Do I automatically receive Medicare benefits if I'm approved for disability? 3. Social Security Medicare 24 Month Waiting Period About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: SSD Benefit Requirements and Work Credits When does SSA, the Social Security Administration, consider disabled Calling about a Social Security Disability Claim How to file for disability in Maryland Time on a Social Security Disability Decision How to apply for disability for a child or children Filing for disability with IBS, irritable bowel syndrome What Income Will Affect Your Disability Benefits? (Workers Compensation, Wages etc) Social Security Disability - What is considered earned income versus unearned income? Can You Get Approved For SSI or SSD Benefits if you Have A Mental Condition Check your SSDI and SSI claim status How social security evaluates attention deficit Pain medication and applying for disability How many disability appeals are won and what are the chances? What do I need to give Social Security for a disability determination