Medicare Part B premiums are scheduled to increase by 9.7% annually, beginning in 2026. This adjustment will be a direct deduction from Social Security benefits, impacting beneficiaries’ monthly payments. The increase is attributed to rising healthcare costs and administrative expenses within the Medicare system. While the exact amount of the increase is still being finalized, it represents a significant change in the future cost of Medicare coverage for eligible beneficiaries. This adjustment will necessitate adjustments for beneficiaries receiving Social Security income.
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