003 QUALIFIED DISABLED AND WORKING INDIVIDUALS.

Individuals who were receiving Retirement, Survivors, Disability Insurance (RSDI) disability benefits and return to work, but remain disabled, may continue to be entitled to Medicare Part A at no cost for 48 months. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1989 allows these individuals, at the end of 48 months, to enroll in Medicare Part A and pay a premium. The act also requires state Medicaid programs to purchase Medicare Part A premiums for these individuals. To be eligible for this program, an individual must meet all of the following requirements.