What will my Medicare premium be?
If you or your spouse have worked for at least 10 years (40 quarters) and paid Medicare taxes, you are eligible for premium-free Part A. If you have not met the 40 quarters, you can pay the Part A premium which in 2019 is $437. If you paid Medicare taxes for 30-39 quarters, the standard…
How can I get help paying for Medicare?
If you are earning low-income, there is a government program called Medicaid, or Low-Income Subsidy, that helps cover premiums for Part B as well as other Medicare benefits. You can also get help with Part D. There are some programs that will help you pay premiums and assist with co-insurance such as Low-Income Subsidy (LIS)…