Skip to main content
    Step 1 of 5
    Health & Wellness Tech
    Beginner
    2 min read 5 stepsApril 3, 2026Verified April 2026

    How to Use Medicare.gov to Check Your Coverage

    Medicare.gov helps you check your benefits, compare plans, find doctors, and manage your Medicare account online.

    At a Glance

    Category
    Health & Wellness Tech
    Difficulty
    Beginner
    Read Time
    2 min read
    Steps
    5
    Topics covered
    medicare
    insurance
    health
    government
    beginner

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Go to Medicare.gov
    2. 2.Log in or create an account
    3. 3.Check what your plan covers
    4. 4.Find doctors who accept Medicare
    5. 5.Compare Medicare plans during Open Enrollment
    1

    Go to Medicare.gov

    ~15s
    Open your web browser and go to medicare.gov. This is the official government website for Medicare. Look for the blue and white design with the Medicare logo.

    Warning

    Be careful of fake Medicare websites. The real site is always medicare.gov — never .com or .org.

    2

    Log in or create an account

    ~15s
    Click "Log in to your Medicare account." You can sign in with Login.gov or ID.me. If you do not have an account, click "Create an account" and follow the identity verification steps. You will need your Medicare card number.
    3

    Check what your plan covers

    ~15s
    After logging in, click "Coverage" to see what services your Medicare plan includes. You can search for specific services like dental, vision, or physical therapy to see if they are covered and what your costs would be.
    4

    Find doctors who accept Medicare

    ~15s
    Click "Find Providers" or visit medicare.gov/care-compare. Enter your zip code and the type of doctor you need. The tool shows which doctors near you accept Medicare and their quality ratings.
    5

    Compare Medicare plans during Open Enrollment

    ~19s
    During Open Enrollment (October 15 - December 7), click "Find a Plan" to compare Medicare Advantage and Part D drug plans in your area. Enter your medications to see which plans cover them at the lowest cost.

    Quick Tip

    If this feels overwhelming, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). Free counselors can walk you through plan options over the phone.

    You Did It!

    You've finished reading: How to Use Medicare.gov to Check Your Coverage

    How well did this guide stick with you?

    Need more help? Book a TekSure tech

    Rate this guide

    How helpful was this guide?

    medicare
    insurance
    health
    government
    beginner

    Official Resources

    Medicare.govMedlinePlus — Health InfoAARP Health & Technology

    Sources used to create and verify this guide. View all sources →

    ← Previous

    How to Connect a Bluetooth Blood Pressure Monitor to Your Phone

    Next →

    How to Set Up and Use a Fitness Tracker

    Still stuck? Let a pro handle it.

    A real person can walk you through this over the phone, anywhere in the US. If we can't fix it, you don't pay.

    Book a Verified Tech How It Works

    Learn more from official sources

    Related Guides

    How to Use Your Doctor's Patient Portal (MyChart & Others)

    Access your medical records, message your doctor, view test results, and schedule appointments — all online.

    2 min read

    How to Set Up and Use a Fitness Tracker (Fitbit, Apple Watch)

    Track your steps, heart rate, sleep, and exercise with a wearable fitness device — setup to daily use.

    2 min read

    Managing Your Health Records Online: A Complete Guide

    Keep all your medical information organized and accessible — prescriptions, records, insurance, and emergency contacts.

    2 min read