The constant thread throughout the treatises is a reliance on nature. The physician's chief function is to make conditions propitious for the natural forces in the body to reach harmony and therefore health. Even in the surgical treatises the focus is always on restoring.
When you work and pay Social Security taxes, you earn credits toward Social Security benefits. To qualify for Medicare at age 65, you need 40 credits or 10 years of work. You may qualify for Medicare through your own earnings history, your current spouse, former spouse or deceased spouse.
You can apply online or sign up by calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213. If you're still working at 65, read on to find out how it works. If you are still working, age 65 or older, and covered by group health insurance. Most group health plans require that you sign up for Medicare at age 65.