Which of these is NOT a qualifying event for Medicare?

• A. Becoming 65 years old
• B. Falling below the federal poverty level
• C. Disability with Social Security benefits
• D. End-stage renal disease

Answer: (B)

Medicare enrollment is triggered by events that show eligibility for the program itself, such as reaching age 65, becoming disabled and receiving Social Security disability benefits, or having end-stage renal disease that qualifies you for Medicare on dialysis or transplant. Falling below the federal poverty level is not a qualifying event for Medicare enrollment. Income level doesn’t grant Medicare eligibility; it may affect your ability to qualify for other aid programs like Medicaid or a Medicare Savings Program, but it doesn’t by itself trigger Medicare enrollment.