Your card has a Medicare Number that’s unique to you, instead of your Social Security Number. This helps to protect your identity. If you’re in a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an HMO or PPO), your Medicare Advantage Plan ID card is your main card for Medicare—you should still keep and use it whenever you need care.
Is my Medicare number the same as my Medicare claim number?
On the front of your Medicare card is a number that is 11 characters long, consisting of numbers and uppercase letters. This is your Medicare claim number, also referred to as a Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI). To avoid confusion between letters and numbers, Medicare does not use the letters S, L, O, I, B or Z.
What is the Medicare number on my Medicare card?
This Medicare Number appears on your Medicare card. In the sample Medicare Card, the 11 digit example Medicare Number 1EG4-TE5-MK72 is the Medicare Claim Number. Medicare Numbers do not use letters S, L, O, I, B, and Z to avoid confusion between some numbers (for example, between the letter “O” and the number “0”).
What is the format for the Medicare claim number?
The number format is 11 characters in length, consisting of only numbers and uppercase letters. You must submit Medicare claims using this number, also known as a Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI). This Medicare Number appears on your Medicare card.
Where can I find the toll free number for Medicare?
Medicare. Website: Toll-free number: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) TTY number: 1-877-486-2048. Log in to (or create) your secure Medicare account
What is the phone number for Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Phone Number If you have questions and require assistance from a licensed medicare professional, please call and speak with one of our healthcare professionals at 1-800-810-1437 TTY 711 Compare Personalized Plans from Top Providers EXPLORE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE
