arrow_back Back to App

Easier Medicare Part B Enrollment for Puerto Rico Residents

This new law removes late enrollment penalties for Medicare Part B for residents of Puerto Rico. Individuals will now have 5 years from becoming eligible for Medicare Part A to enroll in Part B without extra charges. This change aims to simplify access to healthcare benefits and reduce financial burdens for eligible residents in Puerto Rico.
Key points
Eliminates late enrollment penalties for Medicare Part B for Puerto Rico residents if they enroll within 5 years of becoming eligible for Part A.
Applies to premiums paid for months starting on or after the law's enactment date.
Simplifies access to health insurance for individuals residing in Puerto Rico.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1826
Sponsor: Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-03-11