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

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.

Medicare enrollment for 2026 opens on Oct. 15. Do you know what you earned two years ago? Your 2024 income will determine if you’ll pay the Medicare surcharge, or income-related monthly adjustment ...

One of the surprises some retirees encounter is that Medicare premiums aren’t the same for everyone. Although the overwhelming majority of retirees pay the standard base premium for Medicare Parts B ...

Higher income retirees are on track to shoulder larger Medicare bills in 2026, as new income brackets push more people into surcharge territory and raise costs at the very top. The changes will hit ...

“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 ...

Nearly six million seniors owe extra Medicare premiums called Irmaa, and these charges are set to rise.

Many retirees are surprised to learn that their Medicare premiums are not fixed. In fact, a lesser-known factor called the income-related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA) can significantly increase ...

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 ...

Lincoln, Nebraska – IRMAA Certified Planner is proud to announce that FINRA, The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, is now listing the IRMAA Certified Planner Designation (IRMAACPtm) for ...