The quintessential American food may be apple pie, but its popularity pales beside our national love affair with pizza pies. The Daily reports that Americans consume a staggering 100 acres of pizza a day, according to data from the National Association of Pizza Operators (NAPO). Here's a by-the-numbers look at our compulsion:
Most people enroll in Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and Part B (doctor visits and other outpatient services) during their seven-month initial enrollment period (IEP) around the time they turn 65.
Find instructions on how to apply for benefits and what supporting documents you may need to furnish; and; Apply for retirement benefits. You can find out how to apply for just Medicare if you are close to age 65. You may need to sign up for Medicare close to your 65th birthday, even if you are still working. Some health insurance plans change automatically at age 65. If you are getting Social Security benefits when you turn 65, your Medicare Hospital Benefits will start automatically.