Use this calculator to get an estimate of when you’re eligible for Medicare and your premium amount

Use this calculator to get an estimate of when you’re eligible for Medicare and your premium amount. This calculator provides information for many but not all situations. If your situation isn’t in this calculator, contact Social Security– opens in a new window to see if you’re eligible to enroll. Medicare is managed by the Centers for Medicare…

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Part D Late Enrollment Penalty

Late Enrollment The late enrollment penalty is an amount added to your Medicare Part D monthly premium. You may owe a late enrollment penalty if, for any continuous period of 63 days or more after your Initial Enrollment Period is over, you go without one of these: A Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) A…

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Low- income Subsidy

Low-Income Subsidy — Medicare Extra Help Program What is the Medicare Low-Income Subsidy? Eligible beneficiaries who have limited income may qualify for a government program that helps pay for Medicare Part D prescription drug costs. Medicare beneficiaries receiving the low-income subsidy (LIS) get assistance in paying for their Part D monthly premium, annual deductible, co-insurance, and co-payments.…

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