Do you have to pay the monthly Medicare premium surcharge this year? It depends.

We may only be one month into 2026, but the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is already planning the prices for ...

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.

Retirees should brace themselves for both positive and negative changes to Medicare this year.

Medicare increases the monthly premiums for Part B and Part D coverage if your income is higher than certain limits. To avoid these surcharges, you can reduce your modified adjusted gross income. If ...

The income-related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA) is one of the most significant and stealthy retirement taxes, effectively raising the cost of Medicare Part B and Part D premiums for those with ...

“Your retirement income could trigger a Medicare penalty you didn’t even know existed.” Most retirees think of Medicare as a safety net — a predictable, reliable program that helps cover health ...

MAGI is your adjusted gross income. It determines whether you qualify for specific benefits. And with Medicare, it determines whether you will pay higher Part B and Part D premiums. If you have a ...

Higher earners can be charged extra for their Medicare Part B and Part D premiums. Those surcharges are calculated based on ...

For many Americans, Medicare represents relief. After decades of employer premiums, payroll deductions and confusing plan options, retirement feels like the finish line. Finally, health care will be ...