age 65 is often used because this is the age that determines eligibility for Medicare insurance in the US. However, some people with medical conditions require geriatrics expertise at a younger age. For example, the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) sets the age for eligibility beginning at 55 for people who meet the need for nursing home level of care." />
Merck Manual

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