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The CMS has proposed several key changes for 2027, to make sure Medicare "works better for the people it serves."
GoodRx reports five major changes to Medicare in 2026, including a $2,100 Part D out-of-pocket limit, prior authorization for some services, and auto-renewal for payment plans.
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That Social Security Raise? Medicare Fees Might Erase It
Social Security payments may have risen 2.8 percent in 2026 thanks to the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), but because of the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA), extra fees have been added to Medicare Part B and Part D premium costs,
New Medicare data shows which drugs cost the most, how many seniors take them, and why both volume and price matter for Part D spending.
In 2026, significant changes to Medicare Part D will impact millions, including many Hispanics in the U.S. These adjustments, driven by the Inflation Reduction Act and regulatory updates, aim to make prescription drug costs more predictable and accessible,
Medicare enrollees who buy the optional Part D drug benefit may see substantial premium price hikes — potentially up to $50 a month — when they shop for next year’s coverage. Such drug plans are used by millions of people who enroll in what is called ...
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Should you get the same Medicare coverage as your spouse? As in most things in life, the answer is it depends.
Medicare IRMAAs are based on your income from two years prior. This means that your 2026 income will determine how much your Medicare premiums cost you in 2028. So if you expect your income to increase a lot this year, you may want to talk to a financial or tax professional about ways to avoid future IRMAAs, if possible.