Article Title: What Every Veteran Needs to Know About Medicare by Age 65
Article Excerpt: "The roughly 300,000 veterans who turn 65 each year may share his confusion. With Medicare Part B premiums jumping to $202.90 per month in 2026, understanding what you actually need matters. ...Should You Enroll?
Yes, even if you have VA coverage. The VA itself encourages veterans to sign up for Medicare when they turn 65.
Here's what each part costs in 2026:...The Prescription Drug Decision
You cannot use both VA and Medicare Part D for the same prescription but must pick one each time you fill.
If you're 100% service-connected disabled and the VA covers everything, skip Part D. If you see civilian doctors who prescribe medications that the VA doesn't stock, Part D makes sense."
Reference Source: www.military.com
