how long must one contribute to the Social Security system to qualify for Medicare?

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how long must one contribute to the Social Security system to qualify for Medicare?

for Medicare benefits

2006-10-23 01:11:18 · 4 answers · asked by lewis 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Government

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Please visit the Social Security site for accurate answers to your question. There are many programs that you may or may not qualify for depending on your situation and age.

2006-10-23 03:29:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

Medicare is not based on number of years contributed into, if you become disabled or legally blind tomorrow, you qualify immediatly.

2006-10-23 01:21:17 · answer #2 · answered by defiant_faint 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋

I believe you just have to be 65,

2006-10-23 01:13:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

40 quarters or ten years

2006-10-23 01:20:02 · answer #4 · answered by SunFun 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋