I had GRS in Trinidad, Colorado on April 23. On April 29 I changed my gender at the Trinidad Social Security office. The office did not know if I would get a new Medicare card automatically, so I waited until May 27 to apply on-line for a new Medicare card. The card arrived June 14, indicating I am male.
I called Medicare. They said that Social Security had to update their records. I called Social Security. They said the change had been made in my records but not on my benefits. (What's the difference? I didn't ask.) They changed my gender on my benefits and said I would receive a new Medicare card in four weeks.
I realize that I may be the only one on Susan's receiving Medicare benefits, but if you are receiving Medicare be forewarned: Social Security has to change your gender on their records and for your benefits.
- Kate
