WASHINGTON -- The federal government announced a large hike in Medicare premiums Friday night, blaming the pandemic but also what it called uncertainty over how much it may have to be forced to pay for a pricey and controversial new Alzheimer's drug, CNN ...

In 2025, Medicare beneficiaries pay $185 per month for their Part B premiums. This is up a little more than $10 over the $174.70 Part B premiums in 2024. Some high earners can pay nearly $629 per month, though this is uncommon.

Medicare Part B premiums have steadily increased over the years and are projected to continue increasing. This is mainly due to the ever-increasing costs of healthcare services and medications. Most people age 65 and over, and some people under the age 65 ...

Medicare costs are projected to rise by their highest amount in years. Here’s what to expect if you’re on Part B or Part D.

Medicare Part B covers doctors' visits, outpatient care (including some prescription drugs), ambulance services, and more. The

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has released the 2023 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for fee-for-service Medicare Part A and Part B, and the 2023 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts. The standard monthly ...

The annual enrollment period for Medicare — government-supported health benefits for retirees — starts Oct. 15.