Quarter Of Coverage

Definition of "Quarter of coverage"

Quarter credited, for retirement benefits under Social Security, when the worker's earnings exceed a minimum amount in a given quarter. Credited quarters are extremely important for fully insured and currently insured status to qualify for Social Security benefits. The minimum amount of earnings required for a quarter credited is subject to annual increases.

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