Medicare Part B late enrollment penalty - how bad is it and is it permanent?
I'm 68 and just realized I should have enrolled in Medicare Part B when I turned 65. I didn't because I thought I had employer coverage but it turns out it didn't count as 'creditable coverage.' What's the penalty and is there any way to reduce or waive it?
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