To check whether a Medicare card is on its way, a person can log in to their MyMedicare.gov account to check the mailing date. If they do not have an account yet, they can create one.

How to replace your Medicare card. You can replace your Medicare card online, over the phone or in person. If you've lost your Medicare card, you should notify Medicare to protect yourself from fraud.

If your Medicare card is lost, stolen, or damaged, contact Medicare for a replacement by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) or logging into your online Medicare account (if you have one).

Flex cards are an additional benefit some Medicare Advantage plans offer. They are a prepaid debit card that can help pay for certain expenses. Learn more here.

Are Medicare cards paper or plastic? Medicare cards are always paper. "If someone calls claiming it will be switching to a plastic card, that is a scam call," said Lisa Schiller, senior director ...

Medicare fraud in 2025. Learn how to identify fraudulent calls and avoid sharing your personal information with scammers.

Medicare says it will never call you unsolicited and ask for personal information like your Medicare number. No, Medicare is not sending out new cards. Phone calls about changes are a scam.

Laminating a Medicare card is not allowed as it may interfere with some of its security features. However, a person can cover the card with removable plastic if it does not damage it.

A person’s enrollment date determines when they receive their Medicare card. If a person enrolls automatically, they can expect to receive their welcome packet, including the card, about 3 ...