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Clients nearing Medicare age should know about IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjusted Amount), inflation-adjusted surcharges on parts B and D of Medicare. IRMAA surcharges—which first appeared in 2007 ...

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Some retirees could see Medicare premiums rise by more than $400 a month in 2026 due to IRMAA. Here’s how it affects Social Security checks and who pays more.

An income-related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA) is a surcharge added to your monthly Medicare Part B and Part D premiums based on your annual income. Many parts of Medicare involve paying a ...