Premiums

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March 16, 2026

Medicare for Immigrants and Non-Citizens

Learn how Medicare eligibility works for immigrants and non-citizens, including rules for permanent residents, the five-year waiting period, and your options.

Medicare and Medicaid: How They Compare

Learn how Medicare and Medicaid differ in eligibility, coverage, and costs, and find out if you can qualify for both.

Medicare and TRICARE for Life: Coverage for Military Retirees

Discover how TRICARE for Life works alongside Medicare for military retirees, including Part B requirements, claims processing, pharmacy, and overseas coverage.

Medicare for the Self-Employed

Discover how Medicare works when you are self-employed, including premium costs, IRMAA considerations, tax deductions, and switching from individual coverage.

Medicare Savings Programs: Help Paying Medicare Premiums

Learn about the four Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, QI, QDWI), who qualifies, what costs each covers, and how to apply through your state Medicaid office.

Extra Help with Medicare Part D: Low-Income Subsidy Explained

Learn how the Extra Help program (Low-Income Subsidy) can significantly reduce your Medicare Part D prescription drug costs, who qualifies, and how to apply.

Medicare Part D Pricing: A Full Guide to Premiums, Deductibles, and Copays

A detailed look at Medicare Part D expenses, including monthly premiums, annual deductibles, copays, and coinsurance amounts.

Medicare Costs in Retirement: What to Budget For in 2026

A complete guide to budgeting for Medicare costs in retirement, covering premiums, deductibles, and strategies to manage spending.

Medicare and Taxes: What You Need to Know

Understand how Medicare premiums, IRMAA surcharges, HSAs, and medical expense deductions interact with your federal tax return.

How to Appeal Your IRMAA Surcharge After a Life-Changing Event

Learn how to request an IRMAA reduction from Social Security after retirement, divorce, or other qualifying life events using Form SSA-44.

IRMAA: A Guide to Medicare Income-Based Surcharges

Find out what IRMAA is, how income-based surcharges impact your Medicare premiums, and what steps you can take to lower them.

Medicare Coverage for Non-Working Spouses

Find out how non-working spouses can become eligible for Medicare using their partner's work history, expected premiums, and options for divorced couples.

Medicare and Social Security: How They Work Together

Understand how Medicare and Social Security interact, from premium deductions to the hold harmless provision and strategies for coordinating benefits at 65.

Why Medicare Part B Premiums Crossed $200 in 2026

Medicare Part B premiums hit $203.90/month in 2026, the first time over $200. Learn what's driving the increase and how to manage costs.

Medicare Costs for 2026: Premiums, Deductibles, and Coinsurance

Get a detailed breakdown of Medicare costs for 2026, including Part A, Part B, and Part D premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and IRMAA surcharges.

This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.