Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Universal waste. Universal waste is a category of waste materials designated as hazardous waste, but containing materials that are very common. It is defined in 40 CFR part 273, by the United States Environmental Protection Agency but states may also have corollary regulations regarding these materials.
You may be enrolled in Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) automatically. If not automatically enrolled, you can apply during certain enrollment periods. To qualify for Medicare, you must meet certain age, residency, or disability criteria.
Open Enrollment is the time each year when you can review your coverage and make changes to your plans. You can: 1  Change from Medicare Parts A & B (Original Medicare) to a Part C (private Medicare Advantage) plan.  Change from Medicare Advantage back to Original Medicare.